Tanaka, circa 1996

Dean Toshio Tanaka
Missing since September 13, 1996 from Woodland Hills, Los Angeles County, California
Classification: Endangered Missing

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: January 30, 1961
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 37 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'10"; 190 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: Asian male. Black hair; brown eyes. May have moustache and/or beard.
• Marks, Scars: Tattoo on left and right arms.
• Clothing: Denim shirt, blue jeans.
• Dentals: Not Available.
• DNA: Available.
• Medical: Tanaka is mentally ill and takes medication.

Circumstances of Disappearance
Tanaka was last seen leaving his residence in Woodland Hills, California on September 13, 1996.
He may be working as a motorcycle mechanic.
Tanaka may be a patient of medical facility or be in the care of a board and care facility.

Tanaka's tattoo on left arm.

Investigators
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Los Angeles Police Department
Missing Persons Unit
213-485-5381

Agency Case Number: 96-1031733

NCIC Number: M-962303057
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:
Los Angeles Police Department
CA DOJ