Arrest Made in Missing Fresno County Man Case Turned Homicide

Authorities say 46-year-old Michael Bulaich of Sanger has been charged with murder.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 1:47am

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The Fresno County Sheriff's Office announced that an arrest has been made in a Fresno homicide case involving a missing 34-year-old man. Detectives served a search warrant at a home in Sanger last week and took 46-year-old Michael Bulaich into custody, booking him into the Fresno County Jail on a murder charge.

Why it matters

The arrest in this case provides some closure for the family and community after the mysterious disappearance of Garth Moore earlier this year. Homicides are always deeply concerning for local residents, and this case highlights the importance of thorough police investigations to bring perpetrators to justice.

The details

Garth Moore was first reported missing in early January. Following an investigation, detectives served a search warrant at a home on Highway 180 and Leonard Avenue in Sanger last week, where they took 46-year-old Michael Bulaich of Sanger into custody. Bulaich has been booked into the Fresno County Jail and is facing a murder charge.

  • Garth Moore was first reported missing in early January 2026.
  • Detectives served a search warrant at a home in Sanger last week.

The players

Garth Moore

A 34-year-old man who was reported missing earlier this year.

Michael Bulaich

A 46-year-old resident of Sanger who has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with Garth Moore's disappearance.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Bulaich's bail at a hearing next week.

The takeaway

This arrest is an important step in providing answers and justice for the family of Garth Moore, but the community will continue to grapple with the tragic loss of life and the need for improved public safety measures.