The person at the center of this case
Rogelio Sernas
Missing Person · Open
42 years waiting · since 1984
Missing Person: Rogelio Sernas
Justice for Rogelio Sernas — the trail went cold in 1984, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1What were the circumstances of Rogelio's arrest and incarceration prior to his release and deportation?
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Lead #2Did Rogelio successfully reach Mexico, or did something happen to him between his release and the border?
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witness
Lead #3Were there any witnesses to his departure from the jail or his movements after release?
Rogelio Sernas, a 19-year-old Hispanic male, was released from jail in Indio, California on May 26, 1984, and subsequently deported to Mexico; he has not been seen or contacted since that date. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, including whether he successfully reached Mexico or encountered foul play. The case remains open with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, and anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to come forward.
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Riverside County Sheriff's Department - Thermal Station
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Lead #4Has any information emerged from Mexico regarding his arrival or presence there since 1984?
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NamUs case MP111615. Missing person: Rogelio Sernas.
Last known contact: 1984-05-26 in Indio, Riverside, CA. Circumstances: Rogelio was released from jail on 05/26/84 and deported to Mexico.
No one has seen him or had any contact with him. Demographics: 19 years, Male, Hispanic / Latino.
Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 160 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Black. Investigating agency: Riverside County Sheriff's Department- Thermal Station | C020740017 | 2002-03-15.
Timeline of Events
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1984-05-26
Released from jail and deported
Rogelio Sernas was released from jail on May 26, 1984, in Indio, California, and deported to Mexico. No contact has been made since this date.
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Case Information
Incident:May 26, 1984
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:May 26, 1984
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 7608638990
You can remain anonymous