LEIGHTON TWP, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Nov. 23, 2022) – The Allegan County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 42-year-old Wayland area man.
Avel T. Martinez hasn’t been seen since Monday, as his wife told authorities that he had been depressed recently. On Tuesday, his abandoned vehicle was found near Riley Street and Lakeshore Drive on Holland’s North Side, and despite an extensive search by the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Department, as well as Park Township fire department personnel, no trace of the man was discovered.
Authorities believe that Martinez, a 42-year-old Hispanic man standing 6-1, 185 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, may have left a residence in that area voluntarily, and don’t believe at this point that foul play is involved in his disappearance.
Avel Martinez (photo courtesy Allegan Co. Sheriff’s Dept.)
Anyone with any information on Martinez’ whereabouts is asked to contact the Allegan County Sheriff’s Department or dial 911.
