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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Public Assistance in Locating Missing Person

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 41-year-old Rueben Matthews, who was last seen on December 14, 2024. Matthews left his residence in the 4300 block of McGrew Circle, on foot, following a domestic dispute related to a relationship ending and has not been seen or heard from since.

Mr. Matthews is a black male, 5 feet 8 inches tall, 160 pounds, black hair and brown eyes. Mr. Matthews has a history of not contacting his family for one to two months, but the current length of time is highly unusual.

If you have seen Rueben Matthews, had contact with him, or have any information regarding his whereabouts, please contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at 719-520-7777.

A picture of Mr. Matthews is attached.

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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
27 East Vermijo Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

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