James J. Arthur
Description at Time of Disappearance:
Date Missing: July 28, 2008 from Sierra National Forest, Madera County, California.
Date of Birth: April 5, 1941
Age at Disappearance: 67
Height: 6'0
Weight: 189 lbs.
Hair: Gray
Eyes: Brown
Race/Sex: White, Male
James was last seen wearing an orange T-shirt, jeans, and a tan straw hat. He had a red backpack, a
walking cane, and was carrying his Olympus Camera with him.
Details:
James J. Arthur, a retired Lt. Col., was last seen on Monday, July 28, 2008 when he left his Fresno home
and headed to Star Lakes in the Sierra National Forest for a fishing expedition. When he failed to return
home that night, his family became worried and called 911. The next day his vehicle was discovered near
the entrance of Iron Lakes, southeast of Star Lakes. The Madera County Sheriff's Office says there were
no signs of foul play at the truck.
Agency Contact:
Madera County Sheriff's Department
(559)675-7770.
(800)560-4911
Case # 083613
MISSING PERSON