09/06/2026
🚨 PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT — APACHE COUNTY, ARIZONA 🚨
***Update male Is in custody and the children are safe****
The Apache County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Matthew Garcia, 46-year-old male.
Garcia was last seen in the Big Lake area, where he fled from law enforcement while accompanied by two small children.
Description:
- Matthew Garcia: 46-year-old male, last seen wearing a flannel shirt and shorts.
- Children: Two small children, last seen wearing T-shirts and shorts, no shoes.
If you see Matthew Garcia or the children, do not approach or attempt to intervene. Please contact the Apache County Sheriff’s Office at 928-337-4321, Option 6, or call 911 if immediate assistance is needed.
The Apache County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the public’s assistance in helping us safely locate Matthew and the two children.