The family of Francisco Camejo, a 42-year-old Cuban truck driver affectionately known as "Kuko," has been anxiously searching for him since he vanished on July 10. Camejo was last heard from while driving a route from California to Pompano Beach, Florida. Over three days have passed without any contact, as reported by elTOQUE.
The last known location of Camejo was in Fontana, California, in the early hours of Friday, shortly after midnight. He was engaged in a group call with fellow truckers when communication abruptly ended.
Timeline Leading to Disappearance
Camejo's sister, Lianet Camejo, recounted the moments before he went missing: "The last we heard was that he was on a call with his trucker friends around 1 a.m. He mentioned hearing a strange noise, and the call dropped. That happened in Fontana, California. Since then, we've had no news."
His phone has remained off since the incident, and no trace has been found of the gray Freightliner truck with a trailer he was driving.
Company Raises Initial Alarm
All Miami Trucking Corp., the company employing Camejo, sounded the first alarm after being unable to reach him or track the vehicle. Established in Florida in 2013, the company was concerned about his unavailability.
Lianet explained, "The truck owner called my husband, also a trucker, to ask if we knew anything about my brother. They couldn't reach him as his phone had been off all day. The trailer's GPS last pinged in Los Angeles, California, and the broker lost track of the load afterward."
Efforts to Find Camejo
The search quickly involved family, friends, and acquaintances, but yielded no results: "We reached out to his wife, family, and friends to see if anyone had heard from him, but no one had since Thursday night," added Lianet.
A missing person report was filed in California, the only state accepting it, as Florida authorities declined due to jurisdictional issues.
"Florida wouldn't take the report because the disappearance happened in California. We've contacted jails, hospitals, and morgues, hoping for any news, but there’s nothing. We are desperate and exploring every avenue to find him," Lianet stated.
Community's Previous Experiences
Originally from Guanabacoa, Havana, Camejo has lived in the United States for over 11 years and resides in Florida. As of now, authorities have not disclosed any information regarding his whereabouts. Anyone with potential leads is urged to contact the family at 786-606-5348, 786-860-9742, or 239-201-0814.
This case stirs anxiety within the Cuban trucker community in the U.S., reminiscent of the tragic event in April 2026 involving Alejandro Jacomino González, another Cuban driver who went missing while transporting luxury vehicles from Georgia to Miami. His truck was found deserted with missing cargo, prompting an FBI investigation. His body was later discovered in Georgia, with the circumstances of his death still under investigation.
Similarly, in May 2026, Cuban trucker Marcelo H. Corvalán from Miami was found alive in an Orlando hospital after being missing for over 48 hours. He couldn't recall the incident, leaving authorities uncertain if it was a medical emergency or assault.
Frequently Asked Questions about Francisco Camejo's Disappearance
Where was Francisco Camejo last seen?
Francisco Camejo was last seen in Fontana, California, around 1 a.m. on July 10 during a group call with fellow truckers.
What actions have been taken to locate Camejo?
A missing person report was filed in California, and family, friends, and his employer have been actively searching for him. They have also contacted various institutions like jails and hospitals.
Has Camejo's vehicle been found?
As of now, neither Francisco Camejo's phone nor the gray Freightliner truck with a trailer he was driving has been located.