Raymond Ward, a 62-year-old man from Christiansted, St. Croix, was reported missing in the spring of 2024, prompting a Silver Alert from the U.S. Virgin Islands Police Department. There is a slight discrepancy in the exact date he was last seen, with family members reporting having last seen him on April 29, 2024, while his official date of last contact is listed as April 24, 2024. At the time of his disappearance, Mr. Ward was wearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans. The color and type of his shoes are unknown.
Known by the nickname "Smiley," Ward is described as a Black male with a light complexion, standing 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing approximately 147 pounds. He has long brown and gray dreadlocks, brown eyes, and a gray beard. Mr. Ward, a native of St. Kitts, is known to frequent several areas in St. Croix, including Sion Farm, Sion Hill, 5 Corners, and the vicinity of H&H Tire & Battery.
The Virgin Islands Police Department's Criminal Investigation Bureau is handling the case and has urged the public to come forward with any information regarding Mr. Ward's whereabouts. Law enforcement has circulated a photograph of him and provided contact numbers for the Wilbur Francis Command Police Station, the Ancilmo Marshall Command Police Station, the 911 Emergency Call Center, and Crime Stoppers for anonymous tips. The case is documented under NamUs case number MP152702.
Last Seen: Apr 24, 2024
