San Diego — May 23, 2024 —
A search is underway for inmate Nick A. Lopez, who walked away from a male Community Reentry Program (MCRP) in San Diego County on april 18, 2025. Officials with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) are leading the search efforts. Lopez was last seen removing his GPS device before disappearing. Anyone with information is asked to come forward.
Search Underway for Inmate Who Walked Away From San Diego Reentry Program
April 19, 2025
The Escape
California Department of corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are actively searching for Nick A. Lopez, 51, who walked away from a Male Community Reentry Program (MCRP) in san Diego County on April 18, 2025.
The timeline of events:
- 2:40 p.m.: Officials were alerted that Lopez removed his GPS device.
- Immediate Response: A search was launched, and an emergency count confirmed Lopez was missing.
- Notification: CDCR’s Office of Correctional Safety and local law enforcement agencies were notified and are assisting in the search.
Description of the Escapee
lopez is described as follows:
- Age: 51
- Height: 5’11”
- Weight: Approximately 250 pounds
- Hair: black
- Eyes: Brown
- Last Seen Wearing: Black jeans and a black and white sweater/jacket
Background and Sentencing
Lopez was received from San Diego County on Sept. 13, 2023. His sentence includes:
- Sentence Length: Five years, four months
- Convictions:
- Vehicle theft with a prior vehicle-related theft conviction
- Possessing/owning a firearm by a felon/addict
- both offenses are considered second-strike offenses.
- MCRP Placement: He has been housed at MCRP-San Diego as March 4, 2025.
The Male Community Reentry Program (MCRP)
The MCRP is designed to aid eligible offenders in thier transition back into society. It offers:
- A chance to serve the end of their sentences in a reentry center.
- Programs and tools necessary for a successful transition.
- Access to community-based rehabilitative services,including:
- Substance use disorder support
- Mental health care
- Medical care
- Employment assistance
- Education opportunities
- Housing assistance
- Family reunification
- social support
The program is voluntary and available to male offenders with two years or less left to serve.
Call to Action
Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward. Anyone who sees Lopez or has knowledge of his whereabouts should contact any law enforcement agency, or 911, or contact Special Agent Brian Hernandez at 619-666-5522.
Historical Context
The CDCR emphasizes their track record in apprehending escapees.since 1977, 99 percent of the incarcerated people who have escaped or walked away from an adult institution, camp, in-state contract bed or Community Rehabilitative Program Placement have been apprehended.
FAQ
- What is an MCRP?
- A program helping inmates transition back into society.
- Who is Nick A. Lopez?
- An inmate who walked away from an MCRP in San Diego County.
- What should I do if I see Lopez?
- Contact any law enforcement agency, 911, or Special Agent Brian Hernandez at 619-666-5522.
