Vanished in Plain Sight: The Unresolved Disappearance of Brett Akers

A Troubled Beginning

On June 30, 2020, Brett Michael Akers, a 28-year-old man from Chesapeake, Virginia, was admitted against his will to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital following a suicide attempt. He had inflicted cuts on his neck, which were bandaged upon his admission. Akers suffered from mental illness and was in need of medical attention.

The First Escape

The following day, July 1, 2020, Akers left the hospital without permission. Police located him later that day and returned him to the hospital. However, he left again without authorization.

Last Known Sighting

Surveillance footage captured Akers near Fort Norfolk Plaza, turning right toward the Elizabeth River Trail, around 4:30 p.m. on July 1, 2020. He was last seen wearing blue surgical scrubs, yellow socks, and no shoes. His blue scrub top was later found in a nearby parking garage. Akers had a full beard and stitches on his neck and arm at the time.

Search Efforts and Public Appeals

In the days following his disappearance, Akers's family and local authorities conducted extensive searches in the Norfolk area. Flyers were distributed, and a $1,000 reward was offered for any credible information regarding his whereabouts. Despite these efforts, no substantial leads emerged. ...Read More

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