Missing Riverside Man with Mental Health Issues Found

Mark Anthony Vasquez, 28, was located after disappearing a week ago.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 8:55pm

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A 28-year-old Riverside man with mental health difficulties who went missing a week ago has been located, authorities announced on Saturday. Mark Anthony Vasquez was last seen on January 23 in the downtown Riverside area.

Why it matters

Individuals with mental health challenges who go missing are considered at higher risk, so the safe return of Vasquez is an important outcome for the local community.

The details

Riverside County Sheriff's Department reported that Vasquez was located, though details about where he was found were not provided. He had been missing since January 23 when he was last seen in the area of Mission Inn Avenue and Mulberry Street in downtown Riverside.

  • Mark Anthony Vasquez was last seen on January 23, 2026.
  • Authorities announced Vasquez was located on January 31, 2026.

The players

Mark Anthony Vasquez

A 28-year-old Riverside man with mental health difficulties who went missing on January 23, 2026.

Riverside County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency that reported Vasquez had been located.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of community vigilance and quick action by authorities when vulnerable individuals go missing, especially those with mental health challenges who may be at higher risk.