The Plantation Police Department has issued an alert seeking assistance from the public to locate 28-year-old James Fluellen, who has been reported missing and is considered endangered due to an altered mental status. WSVN reported that Fluellen was last observed on Tuesday morning, around 7:40 a.m., riding a bicycle along the 400 block of Northwest 42nd Avenue in Plantation.
Described as standing 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 170 pounds with black hair and brown eyes, he was also noted for having a distinctive tattoo of a cross on the right side of his face; he was last seen donning a hospital gown, which increases concerns for his well-being, information shared by Plantation Police highlighted the urgency of finding Fluellen who last seen in an obviously vulnerable state. The official Plantation Police Department notice emphasized that his mental status further categorizes him as a missing endangered person.
MISSING PERSON
— Plantation Police (@PlantationPD) April 5, 2025
Have you seen 28-year-old black male James Fluellen? He was last seen in the 400 block of NW 42nd Avenue in Plantation at approximately 7:40 AM, on Tuesday, 04/01/2025.
James Fluellen has an altered mental status and is therefore considered endangered.
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Authorities are reaching out to the community for any leads or sightings that could aid in locating Fluellen. The police have called for vigilance amongst locals and have asked that anyone with valuable information or who might spot Fluellen to not hesitate but rather immediately contact the Plantation Police at 954-797-2100, this directive underscores the critical importance of time in the search for the missing man.
As the investigation progresses, more updates are anticipated and will be communicated by the police department to the public.
