Canton Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 26-year-old man reported missing under suspicious circumstances.
Ryan T. Godbey, a Canton resident, was reported missing by his family at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. According to authorities, Godbey has not been in contact with friends or family since Thursday, June 19. He was last seen at Darlin’s Crew, a local LGBTQ+ nightclub in downtown Canton.
His mother, Jackie Godbey, said he dresses as a man unless he is performing in drag.
“Based on a number of factors in this case, detectives are acting with an increased sense of urgency,” Canton Police Chief John Gabbard said in a statement. “We need help from anyone in the community who may have information.”
Detectives continue to investigate the case and are urging anyone with information regarding Godbey’s whereabouts to contact the Canton Police Communications Center at 330-649-5800 or the Detective Bureau at 330-489-3144.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted via Tip411 or the Stark County Crime Stoppers. Residents can sign up for Tip411 by visiting www.cantonohio.gov/police.
