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Tracy Today
By the People, for the People
Man reported missing after apparent abduction in Tracy
Authorities investigating disappearance of 57-year-old Avtar Singh
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office is investigating the apparent abduction of 57-year-old Avtar Singh, who was reported missing in the Tracy area on Tuesday night. Surveillance footage shows Singh with three unidentified individuals dressed in dark clothing near a white SUV, and he appears to have entered the vehicle against his will.
Why it matters
Abductions and missing persons cases are deeply concerning for local communities, raising questions about public safety and the need for thorough investigations to determine what happened and bring those responsible to justice.
The details
According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded around 8:52 p.m. on Tuesday to the 16000 block of West Grant Line Road following a report of a missing person. During the investigation, they reviewed surveillance footage that showed Singh with three unidentified individuals near a white SUV around 2:30 p.m. The footage appears to show Singh entering the vehicle against his will.
- On Tuesday night around 8:52 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a missing person.
- Surveillance footage shows the incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
The players
Avtar Singh
A 57-year-old man who was reported missing in the Tracy area after an apparent abduction.
San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency investigating the disappearance of Avtar Singh.
What’s next
Detectives said the case appears to be an isolated incident, and there is no known ongoing threat to the community. The investigation remains active, and anyone with information is urged to contact the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office.
The takeaway
This case highlights the importance of thorough investigations into missing persons reports and the need for the public's assistance in providing any information that could help locate individuals who have disappeared under suspicious circumstances.
