Milwaukee Police Seek Critically Missing Man

63-year-old Jerome Adkins last seen in downtown Milwaukee area

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating 63-year-old Jerome Adkins, who is considered critically missing. Adkins was last in contact with a friend on the morning of Wednesday, February 25 and was last believed to be in the area of 12th and State Street in Milwaukee.

Why it matters

Locating missing persons, especially those considered critically missing, is a top priority for local law enforcement to ensure their safety and well-being. The public's assistance in providing any information about Adkins' whereabouts could be crucial in this case.

The details

Adkins is described as a Black male, standing around 5'07', weighing around 140lbs, with a slim build, dark complexion, with grey/black short hair and beard. He was last seen wearing blue pants, a black jacket with a hood, a gray knit hat, gray gloves and black tennis shoes with white soles.

  • Adkins was last in contact with his friend the morning of Wednesday, February 25.

The players

Jerome Adkins

A 63-year-old man who is currently considered critically missing by the Milwaukee Police Department.

Milwaukee Police Department

The local law enforcement agency in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that is leading the search for the missing Jerome Adkins.

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What’s next

Anyone with any information about Jerome Adkins' whereabouts is asked to call the Milwaukee Police Department District 3 at 414-935-7232.

The takeaway

Locating missing persons, especially those considered critically missing, is a top priority for local law enforcement. The public's assistance in providing any information about Adkins' whereabouts could be crucial in this case.