Broward detectives seek help locating missing Oakland Park man

Source report: October 28, 2026

Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives are asking for public assistance locating James Travis, a 47-year-old man last seen in Oakland Park on Oct. He was observed around 2 p.m. near Northeast 35th Court and has not been located since.

Detectives described Travis as approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall, about 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. At the time he was last seen he was wearing a gray sweater, dark pants and shoes. Investigators also noted tattoos on both arms, including one that reads “RP James” on the left arm and one that reads “Mary” on the right.

The Broward Sheriff’s Office has said Travis experiences mental illness. Investigators have not reported any arrests or criminal charges in connection with this missing-person inquiry.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact BSO Detective Leonard Charla at 954-321-4274 or call the BSO non-emergency number, 954-764-HELP (4357). No additional updates, outcomes or medical details have been provided by authorities in the source material.

All individuals accused of a crime are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.