Hammonton Police Seek Public's Help in Missing Farmworker Case

Lizandro Guizar Sartiaguin, a migrant worker, has been missing for over a month with no leads.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:41am

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Hammonton Police are asking the public for any information about the disappearance of Lizandro Guizar Sartiaguin, a migrant farmworker who was last seen on February 27 in Hammonton, New Jersey. Guizar Sartiaguin, who has permanent resident status, was working in the blueberry fields when he went missing. His family says he suffered a serious head injury a few years ago that left him with cognitive issues, but he continued working to support his family in Mexico. Despite a large search by police, no trace of Guizar Sartiaguin has been found.

Why it matters

The disappearance of migrant farmworkers is an ongoing issue, with many facing challenges such as language barriers, immigration status, and lack of community support. Guizar Sartiaguin's case highlights the vulnerabilities of this population and the importance of community engagement in missing persons cases.

The details

Guizar Sartiaguin was last seen on February 27 when he left his home on Laurel Avenue in Hammonton. A home surveillance video shows him walking on Bridge Avenue in Hammonton that day. His family says he doesn't own a car and was likely looking for a ride when he disappeared. His phone, identification, and bank cards were found in his room, and police have conducted a large search of the Hammonton area, including nearby wooded areas, but have found no trace of him.

  • Guizar Sartiaguin was last seen on Friday, February 27, 2026 around 1 pm.
  • Police conducted a large search of the Hammonton area in early March 2026.

The players

Lizandro Guizar Sartiaguin

A migrant farmworker who has been missing since February 27, 2026. He has permanent resident status and was working in the blueberry fields in Hammonton, New Jersey when he disappeared.

Tony Sandoval

Guizar Sartiaguin's cousin, who has been helping the family search for him and provide information to the police.

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What they’re saying

“He's always been a hard worker, a family man. He has a wife and a daughter in Mexico. He's here most of the time to work to take care of his family.”

— Tony Sandoval, Guizar Sartiaguin's cousin

What’s next

Hammonton Police are continuing their investigation and are encouraging anyone with information about Guizar Sartiaguin's disappearance to call them at 609-561-4000.

The takeaway

The disappearance of migrant farmworkers like Lizandro Guizar Sartiaguin highlights the vulnerabilities this population faces and the importance of community engagement and support in missing persons cases.