Authorities are stepping up efforts to locate a 43-year-old man, James Williams, reported missing in Detroit. He was last seen leaving his residence on the 2100 block of E. Canfield Street this past Monday. Williams has not returned home since, and there is increasing concern over his safety due to his medical conditions.
Wearing when last seen was a blue hooded sweatshirt, black jeans, and black and white ‘Nike’ shoes. Inscribed on James Williams' right arm the name 'STORM' and 'DARLETHA' across his chest lays the burden of two tattoos that might identify him. He is described as being 5′5″ tall, weighing approximately 147 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Williams's sister has pointed out he suffers from bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, adding a layer of urgency to his disappearance.
In their appeal for public assistance, the Detroit Police Department’s 7th Precinct urges anyone with information about James Williams to come forward. ClickOnDetroit reports that individuals should contact the 7th Precinct at 313-596-5740 or dial Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up. Tips can play a crucial role in aiding the police to track down Williams's whereabouts.
The search's intensification also saw the Detroit Police Department resorting to social media, where it reiterated the call for assistance on the department's official missing persons Facebook page. "Please help us find missing James Williams," the Detroit Police Department's Missing posted, providing numbers for the public to reach out directly to Detroit's 7th Precinct or to call 911 in case of immediate information.
