Crime Stoppers: Death Investigation in North County 

August 21, 2026 – San Diego County Sheriff’s Office officials report that San Diego County Crime Stoppers and the Sheriff’s Major Crimes Division are asking for the public’s help in determining the circumstances surrounding the death of 56-year-old Jorge Soares.

Sheriff’s Detectives determined Soares was living in Escondido in 2024. He also frequented San Bernardino County, including the Victorville and Hesperia areas.

Soares was reported missing by his family on January 13, 2025. Soares was later discovered deceased in the North County area of San Diego County.

At this time, the circumstances surrounding Soares’ death are unknown.

Detectives are asking the public for any information to assist with their investigation.

Soares was 5'9" tall and weighed 175 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. Soares was last known to have a shaved head and goatee. Soares had tattoos on both arms and went by the nickname “Stone."

Anyone with information on the death of Jorge Soares is asked to call Sheriff's Detective Aaron Bert at (858) 285-6362.

The public can also call the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit: www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send web or mobile app tips.

Source & photos: San Diego County Sheriff’s Office