Missing Since: 1974-06-07 Location: Sacramento, California
Soper last contacted his family on June 7, 1974. He said he was in Sacramento, California at the time. Following his graduation from college, he had been traveling around the country with truck drivers, offering to help load and unload cargo in exchange for rides. He has never been heard from again. On June 8, 1977, three years later, Soper’s clothing and wallet were found in Needles, California. Few details are available in his case, but foul play is suspected. Tulsa, Oklahoma police are assisting the investigation. Investigating Agency Sacramento Department of Justice 916-227-3290 Tulsa Police Department 918-596-9122 Source Information California Attorney General’s Office The Doe Network Tulsa Police Department The Tulsa World NamUs Updated 5 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated February 19, 2019; distinguishing characteristics and details of disappearance updated.