FBI: A California Chinese man is missing; he previously offered $1 million to buy gold and cryptocurrency

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) posted on the X platform “Ten Most Wanted” account on April 20, announcing that it is working with local law enforcement agencies to investigate the disappearance of 74-year-old California man Nai Ping Hou (translated name: Nai Ping Hou). The FBI bulletin confirmed that more than $1 million was withdrawn before and after he went missing and was used to buy gold and cryptocurrencies. The related accounts had already been emptied before law enforcement authorities received reports.

FBI Investigation Updates and Case Classification

(Source: FBI)

According to an announcement published by the FBI on X on April 20, 2026, the FBI and partner law enforcement agencies have classified Nai Ping Hou’s disappearance as a suspicious case and are reviewing suspicious financial activities and property changes related to his disappearance. According to ABC7 Los Angeles, authorities are carrying out an investigation into a possible kidnapping case.

Hao Wen said that after Nai Ping Hou went missing, family members gradually received short, excuse-type messages stating that Nai Ping Hou was tired or inconvenient to contact. Hao Wen noted that his father frequently visited his grandchildren in everyday life, and the above contact pattern does not match his normal behavior.

Financial Changes: $1 Million Withdrawn to Buy Gold and Crypto

According to Hao Wen’s statement to authorities, more than $1 million was withdrawn from Nai Ping Hou’s accounts and used to buy gold and cryptocurrencies. Hao Wen said that his father had no experience with online transactions, so the purchase activity raised doubts. The FBI bulletin confirmed that Nai Ping Hou’s bank accounts had been emptied before law enforcement authorities received reports.

A statement from a website set up by the family said that multiple suspicious changes occurred in Nai Ping Hou’s financial accounts and property, including account funds being withdrawn, vehicles being sold without authorization, items being given away, and a house being attempted to be rented out.

Search of the Residence and Family Bounty

According to Hao Wen’s statement, after the family went to Nai Ping Hou’s residence in Rancho Cucamonga, they found the house empty, with weeds overgrown in the yard and fingerprints left on the garage door; inside furniture and vehicles were also nowhere to be found. Hao Wen revealed that Nai Ping Hou had been renovating the house since a severe water leak occurred in January 2025 and had obtained quotes from multiple contractors. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has conducted a search of the home, including checking beneath the tiles.

The family website announced a $250,000 reward, soliciting information that can help Nai Ping Hou return safely or lead to the arrest and conviction of the perpetrator.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where did Nai Ping Hou go missing? When did the FBI get involved?

According to the FBI’s announcement published on X on April 20, 2026, Nai Ping Hou has been missing since March 16, 2025, and his last known location was Rancho Cucamonga, California; the FBI officially announced its involvement in the investigation on April 20, 2026.

What assets are involved in the financial changes related to Nai Ping Hou’s disappearance?

According to Hao Wen’s statement, more than $1 million was withdrawn from Nai Ping Hou’s account before and after his disappearance and was used to buy gold and cryptocurrencies; the FBI bulletin confirmed that related suspicious financial activity is under review.

What information and bounty did the family provide?

According to a statement on the family website, multiple suspicious activities occurred in Nai Ping Hou’s financial accounts and property, including account funds being withdrawn, vehicles being sold without authorization, and the house being attempted to be rented out; the family is offering a $250,000 reward, soliciting information to help Nai Ping Hou return safely or to convict the perpetrator.