Above Images: Hernandez, circa 2002
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: June 11, 2002 from Fort Bragg, California Classification: Lost/Injured Missing Date of Birth: May 15, 1966 Age: 36 years old Height and Weight: 5'6 - 5'10, 140 - 180 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Hispanic male. Black hair, brown eyes. Hernandez may use the alias name Raphael Sanchez. He has a tattoo on his left arm. Clothing/Jewelry Description: A yellow rain suit and black rubber boots.
Details of Disappearance
Hernandez was last seen on a fishing boat eight miles offshore from Noyo Harbor in Fort Bragg, California on June 11, 2002. He was dropping fishing pots into the water when he fell overboard. Others on the boat attempted to rescue him with a ring buoy and a safety rope, but he slipped under the water and disappeared. An extensive search turned up no sign of Hernandez or his body. He is presumed to have drowned, but his body was never located.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004.
Last updated August 25, 2011; details of disappearance updated.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Mendocino County Sheriff's Office
707-961-2692
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Mendocino County Sheriff's Office