Police Dive Team Joins Search for Missing Baltimore Man

Branson Oduor was last seen in Fells Point neighborhood on April 4th

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:12am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a black electric bicycle frame and wheels, the details and textures of the bike highlighted by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The discovery of Branson Oduor's electric bike near the Fells Point neighborhood raises more questions than answers about his mysterious disappearance.Baltimore Today

Baltimore Police have activated their dive team to search the waters near Fells Point as part of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of 27-year-old Branson Oduor, who was last seen in the early morning hours of April 4th. Oduor's girlfriend and mother have both made public pleas for information that could help locate him.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Branson Oduor has sparked concern in the Fells Point community, a popular nightlife district in Baltimore. Police are utilizing all available resources, including the dive team, to try and determine what happened to Oduor and bring him home safely.

The details

Oduor was last seen around 1 a.m. on April 4th in the 1600 block of Thames Street in Fells Point. He was wearing a dark jacket and a white and tan hat. Surveillance video captured Oduor outside of a local bar, The Horse You Came In On, where he was reportedly escorted out late that night. An electric bike belonging to Oduor was later found by police near the 600 block of South President Street.

  • Oduor was last seen around 1 a.m. on April 4th.
  • Police found Oduor's electric bike on Wednesday, April 8th.

The players

Branson Oduor

A 27-year-old Baltimore resident who was reported missing after last being seen in the Fells Point neighborhood.

Emily Costa

Oduor's girlfriend, who called for a wellness check when he did not return home.

Millicent Odour

Oduor's mother, who made a public plea for information to help find her son.

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What they’re saying

“I am just asking for help. Anybody who can help me to get my son back. And if he's anywhere with somebody, somebody is holding him. Please just give us a call. We are willing to do whatever it takes to bring him home safe.”

— Millicent Odour, Oduor's mother

“From 11 o'clock until closing, they had to escort him out, and then we have camera footage. We did find out that someone was willing. They tried to help him get into an Uber, but he declined it that night.”

— Emily Costa, Oduor's girlfriend

What’s next

Police have activated their dive team to search the waters near Fells Point, focusing on any abnormalities beneath the surface. Authorities are urging anyone with information about Oduor's whereabouts to contact the Southern District detectives at 410-396-2499.

The takeaway

The disappearance of Branson Oduor has left his family and the Fells Point community deeply concerned. The police's decision to utilize their dive team in the search highlights the seriousness of the situation and the determination to find answers and bring Oduor home safely.