Romero, circa 1994

Rene Alberto Romero
Missing since November 28, 1994 from Reno, Washoe County, Nevada.
Classification: Endangered Missing

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: November 29, 1989
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 4 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 3'0; 45 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: Hispanic male. Brown hair; brown eyes.

Circumstances of Disappearance
Romero was last seen at his residence in Reno, Nevada on November 28, 1994. Romero's mother and her boyfriend, were charged with child abuse and Rene's murder in 1998. They blamed each other for Rene's death. Each said the other killed Rene and they worked together to dispose of the child's remains. The mother pleaded guilty to her son's murder. Police believe Rene's body was dumped in a remote area, possibly outside the state of Nevada. His remains have never been found.

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

Reno Police Department
775-334-2121

NCMEC #: NCMC809314

NCIC Number: M-867738740
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:
The National Center For Missing and Exploited Children
The Charley Project