The person at the center of this case
Walter Wayne Wright
Missing Person · Open
5 years waiting · since 2021
Missing Person: Walter Wayne Wright
Justice for Walter Wayne Wright — the trail went cold in 2021, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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Lead #1What were Walter's activities and associations in Trinidad on July 11, 2021?
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Lead #2Did anyone see Walter that day or in the days following his disappearance?
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evidence
Lead #3The distinctive black hat with 'Cali' written in red and silver pinky ring are identifying items—has anyone reported seeing these?
Walter Wayne Wright, a 35-year-old American Indian male, disappeared on July 11, 2021, in Trinidad, Humboldt County, California. He was last seen in the coastal community and resided nearby in Westhaven. Despite the passage of time, the circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and investigators continue to seek information from anyone who may have encountered him or have details about that day.
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Lead #4What prompted the last contact on July 11, and were there any concerning circumstances or changes in his behavior?
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NamUs case MP84744. Missing person: Walter Wayne Wright.
Last known contact: 2021-07-11 in Trinidad, Humboldt, CA. Circumstances: Walter Wright was last seen on July 11, 2021 in Trinidad, California (Humboldt County).
He resided in nearby Westhaven, California. Demographics: 35 years, Male, American Indian / Alaska Native.
Physical description: 5 ft 11 in, 140 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: black hat with "Cali" written in red; shirt, unknown color; dark blue jeans; Jewelry: thick silver ring on pinky finger, unknown hand.
Investigating agency: Humboldt County Sheriff's Office | 202103832.
Timeline of Events
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2021-07-11
Last Known Contact
Walter Wayne Wright was last seen in Trinidad, Humboldt County, California
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Case Information
Incident:July 11, 2021
Last Updated:September 29, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:July 11, 2021
Last Updated:September 29, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 7074457251
You can remain anonymous