Omari Aweys Missing: Operation Return Home Issued For Missing Man
Omari Aweys Missing: Operation Return Home Issued for Missing Louisville Man
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) has issued an Operation Return Home alert for 22-year-old Omari Aweys, who has been reported missing after he was last seen Friday afternoon in the Shively area.
According to police, Omari was last spotted around 2 p.m. in the 3000 block of Ralph Avenue. His family and investigators are deeply concerned for his well-being, and authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that may help locate him.
Details About the Missing Person
Omari Aweys is described as a Black male, standing approximately 6 feet tall and weighing around 200 pounds. He was last seen driving a gray Honda Accord with Kentucky license plate AHY 255.
Police have not released information on what he was wearing at the time of his disappearance but have emphasized that his family fears for his safety.
The Operation Return Home alert was activated shortly after Omari was reported missing — a procedure LMPD uses when there are concerns about a person’s welfare or potential danger.
Community and Police Urge Public Assistance
Authorities are asking the Louisville community to remain alert and watch for any signs of Omari or his vehicle.
If you see Omari Aweys or have any information about his whereabouts, police urge you to immediately contact:
📞 LMPD’s Missing Persons Unit at (502) 574-LMPD (5673).
Tips can also be submitted anonymously, and even small details may help in bringing Omari home safely.
Family’s Plea for Help
Omari’s disappearance has left his loved ones in anguish as they continue to search for answers. Friends and family describe him as a caring, kind-hearted young man with a close relationship to his community.
They are asking for anyone who may have seen his gray Honda Accord or noticed anything unusual in the Ralph Avenue area on Friday afternoon to reach out to law enforcement.
“Every minute matters,” a family friend shared online. “Please help bring Omari home.”
Ongoing Investigation
The Louisville Metro Police Department continues to actively investigate all leads related to Omari’s disappearance. Officers are reviewing local surveillance footage and canvassing nearby neighborhoods for any possible clues.
As the search intensifies, the community is encouraged to share Omari’s photo and details across social media to help increase visibility and aid in the effort to locate him.
How to Help
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Louisville Metro Police Department:
📞 (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
All tips can be submitted anonymously through the LMPD Crime Tip Line or online via the department’s official website.
