Disappearance of Daniel Yuen
unsolved 2004 disappearance of a New Jersey teenager in California
The disappearance of Daniel Ted Yuen occurred on February 8, 2004, when the 16-year-old from Edison, New Jersey, vanished from the CEDU School, a therapeutic boarding school in Running Springs, California. Despite reported sightings and ongoing efforts by his family and investigators, Yuen's whereabouts remain unknown as of 2025.
Background
Daniel Yuen was born on August 20, 1987, in Edison, New Jersey. During his second year of high school, he experienced a significant decline in mental health, reportedly triggered by a breakup with his girlfriend. His parents sought psychiatric help, and following professional recommendations, enrolled him in the CEDU School in California in late January 2004.
Upon arrival, Daniel expressed that he did not want to stay at the school. According to his parents, school officials then asked them to step into another room. When they returned, staff informed them that Daniel had changed his mind and agreed to remain at the school.
Wayne and Lisa Yuen stated that they requested the opportunity to say goodbye to their son, but school staff advised against it, suggesting that it would be emotionally difficult for Daniel and recommending that they leave without a farewell.
The school allowed one phone call home every week and Yuen expressed dissatisfaction with the school environment, indicating to his parents that he was unhappy and fearful of other students, and mentioned plans to run away.
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