San Antonio, August 25, 2025
News Summary
A Silver Alert has been issued for 78-year-old Thomas Boykin, reported missing in San Antonio. He has been missing since early Sunday morning and is believed to be at risk due to cognitive impairment. Boykin was last seen at 2 a.m. in the 6300 block of Ridge Forest Drive, and authorities are urgently seeking public assistance to locate him. He may be driving a gray 2018 Nissan Frontier. Anyone with information is urged to contact the San Antonio Police Department.
San Antonio
Silver Alert issued for 78-year-old man missing on northeast side
A Silver Alert has been issued for 78-year-old Thomas Boykin, who was last seen early Sunday morning and is believed to be at risk due to a cognitive impairment. Boykin was last seen at about 2 a.m. Sunday in the 6300 block of Ridge Forest Drive on the northeast side of San Antonio. Authorities describe his disappearance as posing a credible threat to his health and safety and are asking for public help to locate him.
Key details
- Name: Thomas Boykin
- Age: 78
- Last seen: Sunday at 2 a.m., 6300 block of Ridge Forest Drive
- Physical description: 5 feet 9 inches tall, about 145 pounds, black hair, brown eyes
- Clothing at time missing: glasses, t-shirt, jeans, watch, cross necklace
- Possible vehicle: gray 2018 Nissan Frontier
- License plate: LHV2864 (Texas)
- Action requested: Anyone with information should contact the San Antonio Police Department at 210-207-7660.
Recent related alerts and updates
Officials also provided updates on two other recent Silver Alert cases. A Silver Alert for 87-year-old Richard Lafoille was canceled as of 9 p.m. Wednesday after he was reported missing earlier that day. Lafoille was last seen around 9 a.m. Wednesday in the 5800 block of Castle Run Drive. He is described as 5 feet 10 inches tall with white hair and brown eyes. At the time he went missing he was wearing a white shirt, black jeans, and white velcro tennis shoes, and was noted to be wearing a silver and gold wedding ring. He may have been traveling in a gold 2018 Chevrolet Equinox with Texas license plate RZC5660.
Separately, the search for 85-year-old Eustacio Ruiz was discontinued after a Silver Alert was issued 10 days earlier. Ruiz was last seen on July 17 at 9 a.m. in the 600 block of Rockwell Boulevard. He was described as a 5 foot 6 Hispanic male weighing 154 pounds, with brown eyes and gray hair, last seen wearing a collared black-and-white striped shirt, black slacks, and black shoes.
What authorities are asking the public to do
Authorities are requesting anyone who sees Thomas Boykin, the listed vehicle, or anyone matching the descriptions provided to contact the San Antonio Police Department immediately at 210-207-7660. Reported tips can help narrow search areas quickly; officials have indicated Boykin’s condition represents a credible threat to his health and safety.
Background on Silver Alerts
Silver Alerts are public notifications used to seek help locating missing adults with cognitive impairments or other conditions that place them at heightened risk. The alerts include physical descriptions, last known locations, clothing, and vehicle information when available. These notices are intended to expedite public assistance and improve the chances of a safe recovery.
Next steps
Police continue to investigate and canvass areas near the locations where the individuals were last seen. Updates will be provided by law enforcement as new information becomes available. Members of the public with relevant information are asked to call the San Antonio Police Department at 210-207-7660 rather than approaching individuals who may be in distress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is missing and who is currently the subject of an active Silver Alert?
The active Silver Alert is for 78-year-old Thomas Boykin, last seen Sunday at 2 a.m. in the 6300 block of Ridge Forest Drive. He is described as 5 feet 9 inches tall, about 145 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, and may be traveling in a gray 2018 Nissan Frontier with Texas plate LHV2864.
How can I report information about Thomas Boykin or other missing people?
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Thomas Boykin or other listed individuals should contact the San Antonio Police Department at 210-207-7660. Do not approach anyone who appears confused or ill; call authorities instead.
What happened with the other Silver Alerts mentioned in this update?
A Silver Alert for 87-year-old Richard Lafoille was canceled as of 9 p.m. Wednesday after he had been reported missing earlier that day. The search for 85-year-old Eustacio Ruiz was discontinued after a Silver Alert issued 10 days earlier.
What identifying information is available for the vehicles associated with these cases?
Thomas Boykin may be in a gray 2018 Nissan Frontier with Texas plate LHV2864. Richard Lafoille may have been in a gold 2018 Chevrolet Equinox with Texas plate RZC5660.
Key details table
| Individual | Age | Physical description | Last known location / time | Clothing | Vehicle / Plate | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Boykin | 78 | 5’9″, ~145 lbs, black hair, brown eyes | 6300 block Ridge Forest Drive, Sunday at 2 a.m. | Glasses, t-shirt, jeans, watch, cross necklace | Gray 2018 Nissan Frontier — LHV2864 | Active Silver Alert |
| Richard Lafoille | 87 | 5’10”, white hair, brown eyes | 5800 block Castle Run Drive, ~9 a.m. Wednesday | White shirt, black jeans, white velcro tennis shoes, wedding ring | Gold 2018 Chevrolet Equinox — RZC5660 | Silver Alert canceled (9 p.m. Wednesday) |
| Eustacio Ruiz | 85 | 5’6″, 154 lbs, brown eyes, gray hair | 600 block Rockwell Boulevard, July 17 at 9 a.m. | Collared black-and-white striped shirt, black slacks, black shoes | Not specified | Search discontinued |
Timeline
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| July 17, 9:00 a.m. | Eustacio Ruiz last seen in the 600 block of Rockwell Boulevard | Silver Alert issued; search later discontinued |
| Sunday, 2:00 a.m. | Thomas Boykin last seen in the 6300 block of Ridge Forest Drive | Active Silver Alert |
| Wednesday, ~9:00 a.m. | Richard Lafoille last seen in the 5800 block of Castle Run Drive | Silver Alert issued |
| Wednesday, 9:00 p.m. | Silver Alert for Richard Lafoille canceled | Update from authorities |
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Additional Resources
- KENS 5 News
- Wikipedia: Silver Alert
- MSN News
- Google Search: San Antonio Cognitive Impairment
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- KSAT News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Cognitive Impairment
- News4SA
- Google News: Silver Alert San Antonio
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