Thomas Michael Rios

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Above: Thomas, circa 1970

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Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance

  • Missing Since: November 20, 1970 from Sayre, Oklahoma
  • Classification: Endangered Missing
  • Date of Birth: June 2, 1952
  • Age: 18 years old
  • Height and Weight: 5'8, 175 pounds
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: Hispanic male. Black hair, brown eyes.
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    Details of Disappearance

    Thomas was last seen in Sayre, Oklahoma on the evening of November 20, 1970. He was riding around with two friends, Jimmy Williams and Leah Johnson, in Williams's blue 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. Photographs of the vehicle are posted below this case summary. It has a white top and the vehicle identification number (VIN) 124379L517123. The three teens never returned home and have never been heard from again. Williams's vehicle has never been located.

    Thomas moved to Sayre approximately four months before his disappearance. He was raised by his mother and stepfather in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. All three missing teens were students at Sayre High School in 1970. Their cases remain unsolved.

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    Above Images: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

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    Investigating Agency
    If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
    Beckham County Sheriff's Office
    580-928-2121

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    Source Information
    The Doe Network
    The Mayes County Paper

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    Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004.

    Last updated September 19, 2009; details of disappearance updated.

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