Rudy Farias Found Alive After 8 Years of Searching in Houston, Texas

After 8 years of searching, Rudy Farias, a 25-year-old man from Houston, Texas, has been found alive. Farias had been missing since March 6, 2015, when he was last seen walking his two dogs near his home.

The Texas Center for the Missing announced Saturday that Farias had been located safe and was recovering in a hospital. The organization did not provide any further details about his condition or whereabouts.

At the time of Farias’ disappearance, officials said he had depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and was “very wary around strangers.” Brenda Paradise, a private investigator hired by the family, said that Farias had watched his best friend die right in front of him.

The Texas EquuSearch organization said that it was possible Farias was disoriented as he had not been taking his medication. Farias had also lost an older brother to a motorcycle accident years before his disappearance.

The family of Farias expressed their relief and gratitude for the news. “After 8 long years, Rudy has been located safe,” the Texas Center For The Missing said in a statement. “We are thankful for the outpouring of support and prayers from the community.”