Frederick Leach – CUE – Community United Effort

Missing from: Laytonville, California
Missing: March 17, 1976
Age at Disappearance: 49
Hair: Gray
Eyes: Blue
Height: 5’ 8″
Weight: 165

Distinguishing Characteristics: Scars, Marks, Tattoos: Caucasian male. He had a scar on the right side of his face from an animal bite.

Details of Disappearance: Mr Leach was residing approximately one mile south of Laytonville, California. Mr Leach was a mechanic by trade and enjoyed tinkering with his vast collection of vehicles and motorcycles. Fredrick’s property in Laytonville, California was nearly paid off and, at 49 years old, he was looking forward to enjoying his eventual retirement.Mr Leach was last seen by his son on March 17, 1976. Later that day, his best friend contacted Mr Leach’s daughter and said that her fathers house was vandalized, lots of stuff was stolen and he was missing. Among the items missing were several vehicles – a 1960s Ford Falcon, two Willy’s PU jeeps and two motorcycles – a Harley Davidson and a Suzuki. It is believed that two big trucks were seen loading everything up.According to the best friend, the last time he saw Mr Leach, he was limping. When he inquired as to the reason, Frederick allegedly told him he had been beaten up.

It is also believed that Frederick was involved in a dispute with some people,and that Frederick would not sell them some things they wanted, and one of the guys became furious. Foul Play was suspected in Mr Leach’s disappearance after fresh blood was found on his property shortly after he disappeared. Mr Leach is still missing and his case remains unsolved.

Investigative Agency: Mendocino County Sheriff (California) 707-467-9159 or 707-463-4086

If you have any information on this case please contact CUE Center For Missing Persons using the contact form below or contact Cue Center at (910) 343-1131 24 hour tip line (910) 232-1687. All information submitted to CUE Center For Missing Persons is confidential.