City of Kawartha Lakes OPP search for missing person

The City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing person who disappeared a year ago.

On January 7, 2024, Michael James WALKER was reported missing by family members who had not seen or heard from him since November 6, 2023. His last known location was in the area of Norland and Minden.

The OPP has conducted multiple search efforts and continues to attempt to locate Michael. There are concerns for his safety and well-being, as it is unusual for him to go so long without contacting his family.

Michael was 57 years old at the time of his disappearance and is described as a white male, approximately 6’3″ (191 cm) and 325 lbs (147 kg), with short dark brown hair and blue eyes. At the time of his disappearance he had an overall unkept appearance, a scar on his right cheek, and may have been wearing a dark blue hoodie and track pants.

“Bring Them Home,” a non-profit organization that assists families of people who have gone missing, has offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to Michael’s whereabouts.

The investigation is ongoing by the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit.

A video of Detective Inspector Matt Watson discussing the investigation is available on the OPP Central Region socials: Facebook @OPPCentralRegion, Instagram @OPP_CentralRegion, and X @OPP_CR.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation or the whereabouts of Michael James WALKER is asked to contact the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.