Crime & Safety

Missing Gaithersburg Man Found, Is Safe

The missing Gaithersburg man was believed to be driving a black, 2011 Toyota Camry. He has been found and is safe.

GAITHERSBURG, MD — Update: Dewight Allan Whitaker was found and is safe, police say.

Original: Police in Montgomery County are asking for the public's help locating a missing man who was last seen Friday, Sept. 14.

Dewight Allan Whitaker, 31, was last seen at Northwest High School on Inkberry Circle in Gaithersburg. Police said Whitaker could be driving a black, 2011 Toyota Camry with Washington state tag AYD8608.

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Whitaker is described as a black man standing 6 feet 4 inches and weighing 230 pounds. He has black hair, brown eyes and tattoos on his arms.

Police and family are concerned for Whitaker’s emotional and physical safety. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Whitaker or the Toyota Camry is asked to contact Montgomery County Police at 301.279.8000

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