Man with mental health issues missing, feared to fly to Mexico, Garrett IN

Missing Person

Reported: 10/30/2025 05:38 AM

Near S Britton St, Garrett, IN 46738

A man with diagnosed bipolar disorder and recent concerning behavior left his home near South Britain Street in Garrett, Indiana. He made statements about hearing voices and may be attempting to travel to Mexico by plane. His wife reported that he had been stockpiling firearms and ammunition and expressed beliefs of being part of the Russian government. Authorities are attempting a welfare check due to mental health concerns and potential risks.

Audio|Source: DeKalb County Sheriff, Fire / EMS, Auburn and Garrett Police / Fire

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Transcript:

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Attempt to locate reference Welfare Check on a subject mental health issues.

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Attempt to locate (name withheld).

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Date of birth is 7-3 of 1988.

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He's driving a 2001 Chevy S-10 with Indianapolis,

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William Mary Ida, (number withheld).

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It is registered to Carlton Cidium Plumbing out of Garrett.

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(Name withheld)'s wife, (name withheld) advised that Mary has been buying and stockpiling him firearms and ammunition.

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(Name withheld) also advised that Marianne has stated that he is part of the Russian government.

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(Name withheld) left his residence near South Britain Street in Indiana at $0,600 on yesterday's date,

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stating to (name withheld) that he was needing to do what the voices are telling him to do.

00:53

(Name withheld) advised his Google account shows a search history of hotels, aviation, and the Fort Wing International Airport.

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His last location showed him in the area of the Fortland, Indiana.

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(Name withheld) is concerned he's going to do something bad in trying to get on a plane to Mexico.

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(Name withheld) has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and prescribed medication.

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If he is located, check the welfare and advice, Sergeant Lamont, of the Garrett Police Department, third-year PD to Calcentral's clear 0-839 hours.

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Near S Britton St, Garrett, IN 46738

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