Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP161950)
In the summer of 2023, concerns grew for the well-being of 44-year-old Nathaniel Willie Tabares, a man known affectionately to his loved ones as "Willie" or "Butchie." The last confirmed contact with Tabares was on August 1, 2023, and his family grew increasingly worried as time passed without any word from him. Tabares, who was unhoused at the time of his disappearance, was known to frequent various neighborhoods in Baltimore, Maryland.
His family reported him as a missing person to the Baltimore County Police Department on November 13, 2023, after their inability to get in touch with him for several months.
According to family members, Tabares has a tattoo on his right upper arm that appears to say "Bntch". He is described as a white male with blue eyes and at the time of his disappearance, he was bald with a light reddish-gray beard and mustache. His loved ones have shared that it was uncharacteristic of him to not be in contact, which has added to their distress. His family has expressed their deep concern for his safety and well-being, circulating his picture and information in the hopes that someone might have information regarding his whereabouts.
The circumstances surrounding Nathaniel Tabares's disappearance remain unclear. His family has indicated that he has ties to the Fells Point and South Baltimore areas of the city. The Baltimore County Police Department is the investigating agency for this case. The lack of any significant updates or leads has left his family in a state of uncertainty, holding onto hope for his safe return. The case serves as a poignant reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by individuals experiencing homelessness and the profound impact a person's disappearance has on their family and community.Last Seen: Aug 1, 2023
