Initial Disappearance

On October 29, 2023, 33-year-old Paul Holmes was last seen leaving a residence on foot in the 1800 block of Avondale Drive in Durham, North Carolina, around 1 p.m. His last known location was near an ATM at the Joy Mart in the 2100 block of North Roxboro Street around 3 p.m. that same day. Holmes was described as approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing around 160 pounds, and was last seen wearing a brown and cream plaid long-sleeve shirt, tan pants, and black and white Adidas sandals. He was known to frequent Northgate Park and the areas around Avondale Drive and North Alston Avenue. The Durham Police Department sought public assistance in locating him.

Community Efforts and Concerns

Following his disappearance, Holmes' family and friends undertook extensive efforts to locate him, including distributing flyers throughout the city. Community members expressed deep concern, especially given that Holmes struggled with mental health issues and required medication. A distinctive tattoo on his left forearm reading "stop me, I'm a runaway" was noted as a significant identifying feature. ...Read More