Missing Southern California man believed to be displaced by Eaton fire

Loved ones are concerned after a Southern California man believed to be displaced by the Eaton fire has not been heard from since.

Kevin Josue Coello-Hernandez, 30, was last seen on Jan. 7 near the intersection of Lake Avenue and Loma Alta Drive in Altadena, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

Coello-Hernandez, who is considered at-risk, lived in a fire zone and his family believes he was displaced by the wildfires. 

Loved ones said he has a mental health disorder and they are concerned for his well-being. They have not been able to contact him since.

Coello-Hernandez is described as a Hispanic man who stands 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs around 178 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, blue sweatpants, and white shoes.

Anyone who may have seen Coello-Hernandez or knows his whereabouts is asked to call the LASD’s Missing Persons Unit at 323-890-5500.  

Anonymous tips can be provided to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.