In the city of Charlotte, North Carolina, a community is filled with concern and unanswered questions surrounding the disappearance of Djakaridia Traore. Known affectionately as 'Isaac' to his friends, the 55-year-old man was last seen on the evening of November 25, 2023. He walked away from his residence, a supportive housing community on Clanton Road, at approximately 5:40 p.m. Later that day, he was spotted at a store nearby, but has not been seen or heard from since.
At the time he went missing, Mr. Traore was wearing a white hooded sweatshirt with 'AERO NYC 1987' on the front, a blue striped shirt underneath, and jeans. His disappearance is especially worrying as he suffers from serious health issues, including dementia and seizures, which require him to take medication twice daily.
Originally from the West African nation of Cï te d'Ivoire, Mr. Traore immigrated to the United States in the 1990s. Friends and acquaintances describe him as a kind person who had worked multiple jobs after his arrival in the U.S. until health problems led to him becoming homeless. He found a home at a converted hotel managed by the nonprofit Roof Above, which provides housing for individuals with disabilities who have experienced chronic homelessness. He was known for his smiling face around the apartment complex and treasured his friendships. Before he vanished, he was in regular contact with his ex-wife and son. His departure from the complex was considered unusual, as he rarely left the premises.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating the case of Djakaridia Traore, who is described as a Black male, standing 6'0' tall and weighing around 170 pounds, with graying black hair and brown eyes. He is also noted to walk with a slight shuffle. Despite efforts to locate him, including checking local hospitals and places he frequented when he was homeless, there have been no signs of him. Authorities have suggested the possibility that he may be living within a homeless community. The lack of any contact or sightings has left his friends, family, and community hoping for his safe return. The case remains an active and unsolved missing person investigation, a painful testament to a community's search for a cherished member. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.Last Seen: Nov 25, 2023
