The Gwinnett County Police Department has issued a call for public assistance in their search for Dewayne Winters, a 21-year-old man from Duluth who was reported missing by his mother on October 14. Details released by authorities describe Dewayne as 6 foot 1 inch tall, weighing around 200 pounds, with brown eyes and short black hair. He's distinctively marked with several tattoos, prominently a spider on the back of his left hand, a full sleeve on his left arm, and the emblem of the Houston Astros on the left side of his chest.
When last seen, Dewayne was dressed entirely in black clothing. The Gwinnett County Police are also sharing information about the car he is believed to quickly have been driving, a 2007 blue Honda Accord with Texas plates PSS6592. The call for help extends beyond the Duluth area, recognizing that Dewayne could potentially have traveled far from home. According to the official release on the Gwinnett County website, anyone with information on Dewayne’s whereabouts is encouraged to get in touch with GCPD detectives at 770.513.5300.
As of now, the circumstances of Dewayne's disappearance remain unclear. The Gwinnett County Police have not provided additional details regarding the conditions under which he went missing nor have they speculated publicly about his possible location. The police urge that any information, no matter how seemingly inconsequential, could assist in locating Dewayne and determining his status. Community members are reminded to be on the lookout and to report any potential sightings or information relevant to the investigation directly to law enforcement officials.
The community is being asked to also actively spread the word and engage with posts on social media regarding Dewayne's disappearance in the hope that increased awareness will lead to new leads or information. The Gwinnett County Police continue to diligently work the case, and they are committed to persistently pursue all available leads to safely locate Dewayne. The number to contact with information once again is 770.513.5300, and any measure of assistance is welcomed.
