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Darrel Canterbury Missing Person Case

Last seen in Columbus, Ohio on Jan 24, 2017

Victim Details

Jan 14, 2020

Jul 10, 2023

Darrel

Canterbury

35

26

68 inches

135 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 24, 2017

Columbus

Ohio

Franklin County

43223

Unknown

70814

Columbus Division of Police

Columbus

Ohio

Franklin County

43215

B.Robin Tucker

Police Detective

120 Marconi Boulevard, Ohio

6146454545

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.columbus.gov/Services/Public-Safety/Police

170067897

Jan 24, 2017

Columbus Division of Police

8328

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 15, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP64282) and 3 other sources
In the winter of 2017, the life of 26-year-old Darrel Canterbury took a turn that left his family searching for answers. He was last seen in Columbus, Ohio, during the month of January. The specific date of his disappearance is unclear, with some sources stating January 1st and others January 24th. On the night he went missing, Darrel reportedly left his girlfriend's house in a car at 2:30 a.m. and was never heard from again. His sudden silence was alarming to his loved ones, as it was highly uncharacteristic for him to not be in contact with them. This abrupt loss of communication prompted his family to report him as a missing person, setting in motion an investigation that has now spanned several years.

Darrel is described as a white male with brown hair and brown eyes, standing at approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing around 135 pounds. He has distinct tattoos that serve as identifying markers: a cross on his upper right arm and the phrase 'Betrayed & Never Forgotten & Loved' tattooed across his upper chest. At the time he vanished, he was known to have a history of drug abuse. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain limited, with few details available to the public. The Columbus Police Department has been the primary agency investigating his case, urging anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward.

The years since Darrel's disappearance have been filled with uncertainty and anguish for his family and friends. The absence of concrete leads and the cold nature of the case have left them in a state of perpetual limbo, grappling with unanswered questions about his fate. Despite the passage of time, the investigation into what happened to Darrel Canterbury remains open. Law enforcement and his loved ones hold onto the hope that new information will emerge, finally shedding light on the mystery of his disappearance and bringing closure to those who continue to wait for him. The case serves as a somber reminder of the lasting impact a missing person has on a community.
Last Seen: Jan 24, 2017

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Darrel Emory Canterbury Jr. - The Charley Project
  • Darrel Emory... - Unidentified/missing People Of Ohio | Facebook
  • Darrel Canterbury | Missing Person - CrimeTea

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    77%Possible
    John Doe — Ecorse, Michigan - unidentified case UP85671
    John Doe — Ecorse, Michigan
    UP85671 • Found Aug 28, 2021
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 63%160 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 98%150 lb vs 135 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Enon, Ohio - unidentified case UP157410
    John Doe — Enon, Ohio
    UP157410 • Found Sep 29, 2025
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 26 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%48 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 75%5'5"–6'1" vs 5'8"

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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