Sanger man arrested on suspicion of murder in missing person case, deputies say
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- Fresno homicide detectives arrested 46-year-old Michael Bulaich on murder charges.
- Victim Garth Dustin Moore reported missing in early Jan. 2026; leads prompted probe.
- Detectives served a Jan. 21 search warrant in Sanger; public urged to submit tips.
Homicide detectives have arrested a Sanger man accused of killing a man reported missing earlier this month.
Deputies identified the suspect as 46-year-old Michael Bulaich .
He has been booked into Fresno County jail on suspicion of murder, probation violation and being a repeat serious felony offender.
Deputies said Bulaich is not currently eligible for bail.
The investigation began in early January, when the Sheriff’s Office received a missing person report for 34-year-old Garth Dustin Moore. Detectives launched an investigation and developed leads related to Moore’s disappearance.
On Jan. 21, detectives served a search warrant at a property near Highway 180 and South Leonard Avenue in Sanger, where they arrested Bulaich.
Additional details have not been released, including when a body was found and where.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Deputies are asking anyone with additional information about the case to contact a detective 559-600-8217 or Crime Stoppers at 559-498-7867. Tips can also be submitted online at valleycrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward. Please reference case number 25-13227.
