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Lamar Dawan Smith, a 40-year-old man from Youngstown, Ohio, was reported missing after he was last seen on January 15, 2025. Smith, described as a Black male with brown hair and brown eyes, stands at 6 feet tall and weighs approximately 175 pounds. He has distinctive physical features, including tattoos on his neck and upper arms, as well as scars on his chest and left forearm. His disappearance has raised concerns among his family, friends, and the local community.

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Apr 24, 2025

Apr 24, 2025

Lamar

Smith

40

40

72 inches

175 lbs

Black / African American

Male

In the community of Youngstown, Ohio, the sudden and unexplained disappearance of Lamar Dawan Smith has left his family and friends in a state of deep concern. Lamar, a 40-year-old man, was last seen on an unspecified day in January of 2025. His absence became alarming when he uncharacteristically failed to show up for his job. Known as a reliable individual, this deviation from his normal routine was an immediate cause for alarm among those who know him. The circumstances surrounding his last known whereabouts remain vague, adding to the distress of his loved ones who are anxiously awaiting any news that might lead to his safe return. Lamar is described as a Black male, standing at 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 175 to 225 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He has several distinguishing physical features that his family hopes will aid in his identification. These include pierced ears, a scar on his chest, and another on his left forearm. Additionally, Lamar has multiple tattoos on his neck and both of his upper arms. Authorities have circulated this description in public appeals for information, emphasizing the importance of these details in the search efforts. The community has been urged to remain vigilant and report any potential sightings or information that could be relevant to the case. The Youngstown Police Department is actively investigating Lamar's disappearance and has entered his case into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs). They have encouraged anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward and contact them at (330) 742-8916. The lack of clear details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance has presented significant challenges for investigators. Despite these hurdles, the hope for Lamar's safe return persists within the community. The ongoing investigation represents a collaborative effort between law enforcement and the public, all holding out hope for a resolution that will bring Lamar home safely to his family and friends who miss him dearly.

Jan 15, 2025

Youngstown

Ohio

Mahoning County

Youngstown

No

167504

Youngstown Police Department

Youngstown

Ohio

Mahoning County

44509

Michael Cox

Detective Sgt

116 West Boardman Street, Ohio

3307477911

Local

Law Enforcement

24Y029963

2025-02-14

Youngstown Police Department

9396

Brown

Brown

Brown

05/24/2026


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