Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP161978)
A sense of concern grew in Annapolis, Maryland, when 33-year-old Nicholas Bradley Patterson was reported missing by a family member on January 21, 2026. The last known sighting of Nicholas, a white male with brown hair and brown eyes, was between 11:30 p.m. on Monday, January 19, 2026, and the early moments of Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was in the vicinity of the Truxton Park tennis courts at the time of his disappearance.
Adding to the mystery, his silver 2008 Toyota Camry was discovered abandoned nearby. A distinctive characteristic of Nicholas is that he walks with a noticeable limp. He stands at 5'11" and weighs approximately 160 pounds.
The Annapolis Police Department initiated an investigation and sought assistance from the public in locating the missing man. Concerns for his well-being were expressed by law enforcement and his family. It was noted that he might have been wearing a specific coat, a picture of which was circulated in public appeals for information. Further identifying features include three large knots on his left leg and a tattoo on his right rear shoulder of a brown dog wearing a white and black tuxedo with a red bow-tie.
The investigation into the disappearance of Nicholas Patterson remains ongoing. Family and community members have expressed their deep concern and have been active in sharing information in the hopes of finding him. The circumstances surrounding his last known whereabouts near the tennis courts and the discovery of his abandoned vehicle are central to the investigation. The case highlights the distress and uncertainty that families of missing individuals endure. An overview of the case underscores a 33-year-old man who vanished after being seen near a park, leaving behind his car and a community searching for answers.Last Seen: Jan 19, 2026
