The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) has issued an urgent request for community assistance in finding a 21‑year‑old male who disappeared early Monday morning. The young man was last observed at approximately 1 a.m. leaving the intersection of East Main Street and Hazard Avenue.
According to KDPS officials, the missing individual was dressed in a coat, a hooded sweatshirt, and was carrying a large black backpack. Shortly after his disappearance, his phone was recovered near the Kalamazoo River. The department has classified the case as both missing and endangered, emphasizing the need for swift public action.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the young man’s whereabouts to contact the Kalamazoo Dispatch Center at 269‑488‑8911 or the Criminal Investigations Division at 269‑337‑8123. KDPS stresses that even seemingly minor details could prove critical in locating the individual and ensuring his safety.
How the Community Can Assist
Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant in the areas surrounding East Main and Hazard, as well as along the Kalamazoo River where the phone was found. If you saw a person matching this description or noticed any unusual activity near the riverbank, please call the numbers provided above.
The department also asks the public to share any relevant social‑media posts, surveillance footage, or personal observations that might aid the investigation. KDPS officials reiterate that cooperation from the community is a vital component of their search efforts.
Contact Information
For tips or information, please reach out to:
- Kalamazoo Dispatch Center: 269‑488‑8911
- Criminal Investigations Division: 269‑337‑8123
The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety thanks residents for their assistance and urges anyone with information, no matter how small it may seem, to come forward promptly.
Original reporting: FOX 17 WXMI Grand Rapids (local) — read the source article.
