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Mar 05, 2025
Mar 06, 2025
Darryl
Cottles
55
55
69 inches
184 lbs
Black / African American
Male
In the spring of 2024, the family of Darryl Nathaniel Cottles experienced a period of profound uncertainty. At the age of 55, the resident of Rochester Hills, Michigan, traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, for a family event. He was last seen after arriving in the area on May 17, 2024. Concerns grew when he did not return and could not be contacted, prompting his family to report him missing. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office in Michigan initiated an investigation into his disappearance. Darryl was known to have family and other connections in Dekalb County, Georgia, which became a focal point in the search for him. Authorities were aware of his ties to the area and directed efforts there in the hopes of gathering information about his whereabouts. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance were particularly worrying, as he had seemingly vanished after reaching his destination for what should have been a joyous family occasion. The lack of communication was out of character, amplifying the distress of his loved ones as days turned into weeks. Ultimately, the search for Darryl Cottles concluded with the news that he had been found alive. While the specific details, including the exact date and circumstances of his recovery, have not been widely publicized, the resolution brought immense relief to his family and community. The case, which began with a trip for a family gathering and led to a multi-state missing person investigation, highlights the emotional journey and the eventual positive outcome for the Cottles family.
May 17, 2024
Rochester Hills
Michigan
Oakland County
Rochester Hills
No
165234
Oakland County Sheriff's Office
Pontiac
Michigan
Oakland County
48341
1200 N. Telegraph Road, Michigan
2488584951
County
Law Enforcement
24-240420
2024-10-17
Oakland County Sheriff's Office
na
Black
Brown
Brown
Yes
05/31/2026
