City of Austin
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UPDATE: Manalang has been located. APD Homicide Unit will release more information when able on this investigation.
The Austin Police Department (APD) Homicide Unit is requesting the public's help locating 31-year-old Rico Michael Joseph Manalang. Manalang was last seen with his father at 9034 N. IH 35 on January 23, 2022, at 12:20 a.m. Manalang's father was pronounced deceased about 3 hours later, and his death is being investigated as suspicious. It is believed the subject could also be a victim and/or is currently in danger.
If you have seen Manalang (pictured below), call 9-1-1. The subject is possibly in possession of the vehicle below: 2002 Red Dodge Dakota Texas License Plate MYS-4471
Detectives are asking anyone with information or video of the incident to call APD Homicide at 512-974-TIPS, email homicide.apd@austintexas.gov, utilize the Crime Stoppers tip line at 512-472-8477 (TIPS), or the Crime Stoppers app. You may remain anonymous. Information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, free on iPhone and Android.