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Emanuel Polk Missing Person Case

Last seen in Metairie, Louisiana on Jun 3, 2008

Victim Details

Dec 22, 2009

Oct 10, 2022

Emanuel

Polk

34

16

66 inches

140 lbs

Black / African American

Male

Jun 3, 2008

Metairie

Louisiana

Jefferson Parish

3425

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

Harvey

Louisiana

Jefferson Parish

70058

Derek Johnson

Detective

1233 Westbank Expressway, Louisiana

5043635500

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.jpso.com/

F0494408

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

Black

Brown

Brown

Oct 17, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP4185) and 6 other sources
In the summer of 2008, a 16-year-old boy named Emanuel Polk vanished from his hometown of Metairie, Louisiana, leaving behind a void of information and a family desperate for answers. On the evening of June 3rd, Emanuel was last seen at the Jesse Owens Athletic Center, located in the 1100 block of Newton Street. He was reportedly there at 9:00 p.m., after which he was never heard from or seen again. The specifics surrounding his disappearance are sparse, creating a painful and enduring mystery for those who know and love him. At the time he went missing, Emanuel was described as a Black male with black hair and brown eyes, standing at 5'6' and weighing 140 pounds. His attire on that final evening consisted of a white muscle shirt, blue jean shorts, and Nike tennis shoes.

Distinctive markings that could aid in his identification include tattoos on his right forearm with the phrases 'Rest in Peace Kevin' and 'Miss May'. He may have also had a goatee at the time. Other distinguishing features include a chipped front tooth and a right arm that had previously been broken in two places. These details paint a picture of a young man on the cusp of adulthood, whose life was abruptly and inexplicably interrupted. The lack of available information in his case has made the search for answers exceedingly difficult, compounding the anguish for his family and community.

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is the investigating agency for Emanuel's case, holding the primary responsibility for uncovering any leads that might shed light on his whereabouts. Over the years, age-progressed photos have been created and circulated to provide a more current depiction of what Emanuel might look like. Despite these efforts, his case remains an open and active investigation. The circumstances of what happened to Emanuel Polk after he left the athletic center that night remain unknown. The case is a somber reminder of the many individuals who disappear without a trace, leaving behind a painful legacy of unanswered questions and the enduring hope for resolution.
Last Seen: Jun 3, 2008

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • Emanuel Polk - The Charley Project
  • Emanuel Polk | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP4185 | NamUs
  • Emanuel Polk Missing Since Jun... - Peas In Their Pods, Inc ...
  • Emanuel Polk- Louisiana- 2008
  • Emanuel Polk Missing Person Flyer | Metairie, Louisiana | CaseTrace

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Belle Chasse, Louisiana - unidentified case UP54169
    John Doe — Belle Chasse, Louisiana
    UP54169 • Found Dec 1, 2018
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 16 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 98%19 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"
    Weight 84%165 lb vs 140 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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    Forum Posts (3)

    Did anyone ever find out what Emanuel's plans were for that evening? It's curious that he was last... ...Read More
    07/05/2024
    Just came across Emanuel Polk’s case while browsing old missing persons threads. Something that... ...Read More
    11/25/2023
    I’ve been doing some thinking about the cases of other missing teens in the area around the same... ...Read More
    08/20/2023

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