Missing Since: 1988-08-04 Location: Los Angeles, California
Sabal was last seen on a trip in the Big Sur area of northern California on August 4, 1988. He was accompanied by his employer, Vito Russo; Russo’s son, Jason; and a co-worker, Stephen LaSpino. The men were aboard a commercial fishing vessel named The Mission Bell. The United States Coast Guard employed an extensive search of the Big Sur area after the group was reported missing on August 7, three days after they departed from port. The boat was never located and none of the passengers have been seen again. Their cases are unsolved. Investigating Agency Los Angeles Police Department 213-485-5381 Source Information Los Angeles Police Department California Attorney General’s Office . .