In the summer of 2019, concern grew for the well-being of 37-year-old James C. Lyles in Lake Station, Indiana. He was last seen on August 13, 2019, at approximately 1:00 p.m. On that day, James walked away from his residence and has not been in contact with family or friends since. When he was last seen, he was wearing a black t-shirt and black sweatpants. Authorities and his loved ones began to worry as time passed with no word from him.
The official date of his last contact is listed as August 18, 2019. His case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System in June of 2021.
James is described as a Black / African American male, standing at 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing approximately 195 pounds. He has brown hair, which is described as balding, and brown eyes. When he went missing, it was noted that he walks with the assistance of a cane and is mute. These details were shared widely in the hopes that someone might recognize him and provide information about his whereabouts. Law enforcement expressed that he was believed to be in extreme danger and might be in need of medical assistance, leading to the issuance of a Silver Alert.
The circumstances surrounding James's disappearance suggest that he left his home of his own accord. There is a possibility that he could be living a transient lifestyle, potentially in the Chicago, Illinois area. Despite the passage of time, the search for answers continues. The Lake Station Police Department is the investigating agency for his case, and they have encouraged anyone with information to come forward. The lack of any significant updates or leads has left his family and community with many unanswered questions, hoping for a resolution to his case.Last Seen: Aug 18, 2019
