Michael “Dodor” Emmanuel. By. THE VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT
ST. CROIX — The 80-year-old man who went missing on Friday, Feb. 19 was briefly spotted in Strawberry on Wednesday, said V.I.P.D. Public Information Officer Toby Derima. The V.I.P.D. is still seeking the community's assistance in locating the elderly man, named Michael “Dodor” Emmanuel, and a cash reward of $1,000 is now being offered for information leading to his discovery.
Emmanuel is a Black male, standing around 5 feet 5 inches in height, and weighs approximately 150 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes, with a dark brown complexion, according to police.
Emmanuel was last seen by family on February 19 at around 6:45 a.m. at his residence in Canebrake Apartments, wearing a brown, striped pajama pants, white vest, and no shoes.
"We have unconfirmed reports that Emmanuel may have been seen getting into a vehicle near Canebrake Apartments on the day he was reported missing," said the V.I.P.D. "We also have a reported sighting in the Strawberry area, wearing a blue shirt and brown pajama pants. A $1,000 reward for information leading to his whereabouts has been offered."
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Michael Emmanuel is urged to call 911 or the Wilbur Francis Command at (340) 778-2211.
