Karmelo Anthony Declared Missing After Suspicious Disappearance Sparks Coast-To-Coast Manhunt
DENVER, CO — Authorities have launched a nationwide search for 24-year-old Karmelo Anthony, last seen leaving his downtown Denver apartment Monday evening. What began as a routine missing person report has escalated into a coordinated multi-state investigation, with law enforcement agencies from Colorado to New York pooling resources.
According to the Denver Police Department, Anthony was reported missing by a family member after failing to show up for work on Tuesday morning. Surveillance footage shows him leaving his residence at approximately 9:15 PM, wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and jeans. Investigators have not yet identified a suspect or a motive, but confirmed they are pursuing multiple leads, including a cryptic message left on his personal phone at 10:02 PM that night.
“We are treating this case with the highest level of urgency,” said Detective Marisol Vega in a press conference early Thursday. “There are no signs of a struggle at the location, but the circumstances are deeply concerning. We ask anyone with information to come forward immediately.”
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has joined the effort, deploying agents to review CCTV footage across several states. The last confirmed ping from Anthony’s cell phone was traced to a rural area near the Colorado-Kansas border, prompting a ground search of a 50-mile radius.
The family of Karmelo Anthony has issued a public plea for his safe return, describing him as a recent college graduate with no history of running away. A dedicated tip line has been established, and a reward of $25,000 is being offered for information leading to his whereabouts.
This story is developing. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.