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El Paso Police seek help finding missing 66-year-old man
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Eliya Alvidrez , KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Police Department is seeking the community's help in finding a 66-year-old man who was reported missing. According to police, John Rumbaugh left his home at the 200 block of Bartlett Drive in West El Paso on foot around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21. He is approxi...
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Key takeaway According to police, John Rumbaugh left his home at the 200 block of Bartlett Drive in West El Paso on foot around 5 p.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The disappearance of John Rumbaugh has raised concerns among residents in West El Paso, where he was last seen walking away from his home on Bartlett Drive. This area is typically considered safe, with a strong sense of community, making his vanishing all the more puzzling. As the police seek help from the public, neighbors and local businesses are likely to be questioned, and their assistance could prove crucial in locating Rumbaugh. The fact that he left on foot suggests he may still be in the vicinity, and residents are urged to be vigilant and report any sightings to the authorities. With the summer heat posing a significant risk to a person of Rumbaugh's age, time is of the essence, and a swift response from the community could make a significant difference in bringing him home safely.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Police Department is seeking the community's help in finding a 66-year-old man who was reported missing. According to police, John Rumbaugh left his home at the 200 block of Bartlett Drive in West El Paso on foot around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21. He is approxi...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 22, 2026 by KTSM 9 News (NBC) and curated for The El Paso readers.
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