The El Paso Police Department, in partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety, announced two Coordinated Law Enforcement Adult Rescue (CLEAR) alerts on Thursday. CLEAR alerts are designed to help law‑enforcement agencies locate and rescue missing, kidnapped, or otherwise endangered adults.
Details on the missing individuals
Jose Chapa, 34, was last seen on November 7 near I Love This Bar at 11120 Montana Avenue. Police describe Chapa as 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing roughly 160 pounds. At the time he was wearing a gray hoodie, blue jean shorts, white socks, and black shoes.
Deja Ranae Thomas, 25, was last seen on November 8 in the 700 block of Stan Roberts. Thomas is a Houston native who traveled to El Paso for work. Authorities have not released details about her clothing at the time she disappeared.
How the public can help
Both agencies are urging anyone with information to come forward. For emergencies, callers should dial 911. Non‑emergency tips can be reported by calling the El Paso Police Department at 915‑832‑4400. Those who wish to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 915‑566‑8477.
What a CLEAR alert means
A CLEAR alert is a tool that mobilizes law‑enforcement resources across jurisdictions to locate adults who are missing, abducted, or in immediate danger of serious injury or death. By broadcasting key identifying details, the alerts increase the chances that community members will recognize the individuals and alert authorities promptly.
Community response
Local residents are encouraged to stay alert, especially in areas near the last known locations of the two missing adults. Sharing the alert on social media, checking local bulletin boards, and informing neighbors can all contribute to a swift resolution.
Next steps
Police will continue to investigate both cases, following any leads that arise from public tips. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact the appropriate hotline without delay. The safety of El Paso’s citizens remains a top priority for both the police department and the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
