The Detroit Police Department is calling for the public's help in locating Douglas Brooks, a 71-year-old man reported missing in Detroit. Brooks was last seen at his residence in the 6800 block of Buhr Street on Monday, January 13, and hasn't made contact since. Details of his last known appearance include a black coat, and jeans, and most notably he is bald with brown eyes.
Brooks, who according to his brother suffers from schizophrenia, stands at 5'10" tall and weighs around 165 pounds. The police urge anyone with information about his whereabouts to step forward, Douglas is sorely missed by his family and friends. Community involvement can often play a critical role in these situations, and every bit of information can be crucial.
The official request for public assistance was first reported by ClickOnDetroit yesterday. The Detroit Police Department's 11th precinct can be contacted at 313-596-1140. Furthermore, the tip line for Crime Stoppers, which allows informants to stay anonymous is 1-800-Speak Up and may be an alternative route for those who wish to provide information without involving their identity.
In a parallel effort, the Detroit Police Department's Missing Persons unit took to social media with an urgent plea: "Please help us find serious missing Douglas Brooks. If you have any information, please call Detroit's 11th Precinct at (313) 596-1140 or 911."
