Riccardo Rickey Bowers, a 44-year-old Black male, was reported missing in Des Moines, Iowa, on May 15, 2001. At the time of his disappearance, he was approximately 6 feet tall and weighed 175 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a white YMCA shirt and jeans.
The circumstances surrounding Bowers's disappearance are distressing, as he was last seen jumping into the Des Moines River near Locust Street.
The Des Moines Police Department opened an investigation into his disappearance, and his case is classified as "Endangered / Physical," indicating that there are concerns for his physical safety.
Despite the passage of time, Riccardo Bowers's case remains open. Law enforcement agencies, including the Des Moines Police Department and the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation's Missing Person Information Clearinghouse, continue to seek information that could lead to answers about his whereabouts. His case is listed in national databases for missing persons, ensuring that his information remains accessible to the public and law enforcement nationwide. The lack of any resolution brings ongoing sorrow to those who knew him and await any news that might bring closure.Last Seen: May 15, 2001
