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Aug 30, 2022
Aug 30, 2022
JAMES
WATKINS
69
65
66 inches
67 inches
120 lbs
130 lbs
Black / African American
Male
In the summer of 2022, a sense of concern grew for the well-being of James Willie Watkins, a 65-year-old man from Dallas, Texas. He was last seen on August 13, 2022, in his local community. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a Black / African American male, standing between 5'6" and 5'7" tall, and weighing between 120 and 130 pounds. He had black hair and brown eyes. His sudden absence left his community with unanswered questions and a void where a familiar face used to be. The period following his disappearance was undoubtedly filled with uncertainty and concern for his safety and whereabouts. Efforts were made to gather information that might lead to his location. The Dallas Police Department was the investigating agency, and they worked to piece together the circumstances leading up to the day he went missing. For those who knew him, the days, weeks, and months that passed were likely marked by hope and a desire for a positive outcome. Fortunately, this case is no longer active, as James Watkins has been located and is alive. In matters such as these, once an individual is found safely, the focus shifts to their well-being and privacy. As such, specific details concerning the time he was missing and the circumstances of his return are not publicly available. The conclusion of this case marks the end of a difficult chapter and the start of a new one for Mr. Watkins and those who cared for him. The overview of this case is one of concern that has thankfully been resolved with his safe return.
Aug 13, 2022
Dallas
Texas
Dallas County
Dallas
No
118017
Dallas Police Department
Dallas
Texas
Dallas County
75215
Ryan Dalby
Detective
1400 Botham Jean Boulevard, Texas
2146714268
Local
Law Enforcement
155911-2022
2022-08-27
Dallas Police Department
Black
Brown
Brown
Yes
09/13/2026
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