Desoto County News

Missing person report in Southaven

The Southaven Police Department is asking the public’s help in finding a missing person, missing for the past week.  

Police report that Theotis Washington has not been seen since Sunday, Dec. 18. Washington used an Uber ride to go to a hotel in Memphis and was supposed to be working in Memphis, as well.  

Police add he was going to stay at a friends’ homes during the week, but didn’t report for work on Thursday. The employer contacted his parents, who have been looking for him ever since.  

Washington is described as a 33-year-old Black male, 5’5” and weighs approximately 120 lbs. He was last wearing blue jeans, a light gray hoodie and tan military style boots.

Theotis has a prepaid Tracfone, but it has been turned off and he doesn’t have a vehicle. 

If you have seen Washington or know his whereabouts, you are asked to call Southaven Police at 662-393-8652 or email tips@southaven.org

Theotis Washington (Courtesy Southaven Police)

Bob Bakken

Bob Bakken provides content for DeSoto County News and its social media channels. He is an award-winning broadcaster, along with being a reporter and photographer, and has done sports media relations work with junior and minor league hockey teams. Along with his reports on this website, you will find this veteran media member providing sports updates and high school football play-by-play on Rebel 95.3 FM Radio.

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