The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) has issued a call to the public for assistance in the search for a missing endangered man, last seen on the evening of March 1. Robert Kemp Jr., 30, reportedly left his group home located in the Centennial neighborhood around 8:30 p.m. and hasn't been seen since. The Missing Persons Unit at PPB is leading the search efforts, urging anyone with eyes on Kemp to act swiftly and reach out.
Kemp is a Black male, standing 5'8" tall and weighing 150 lbs. His last known attire included a black beanie and a brown jacket, and he was noted to be carrying a black trash bag. The details of his appearance have been widely disseminated, in the hopes that public vigilance can aid in his safe return. Kemp is under the supervision of the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB), intensifying concerns for his well-being, according to the Portland, Oregon.
Officials are emphasizing the urgency due to Kemp's mental health condition, which could result in harm to either himself or others if left unaddressed. “Robert suffers from a mental health disorder that if untreated could cause him to be a danger to himself and others,” the PSRB and detectives shared, highlighting the critical nature of his situation. PPB has asked that the public dial 911 without hesitation upon sighting Kemp, to facilitate immediate police response for his protection and care.
For those in possession of non-emergent information that might aid in tracking down Kemp's whereabouts, contact detectives via email at [email protected] has been encouraged, with a reminder to reference case number 24-51494 in all correspondence, as per the Portland, Oregon.
