Randy James Michaels
RESOLVED









Michaels, circa 2021; Some of Michaels's tattoos
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Missing Since
05/16/2021
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Missing From
Youngstown, Ohio
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Classification
Endangered Missing
- Sex Male
- Race
Black
- Age 33 years old
- Distinguishing Characteristics African-American male.
Details of Disappearance
Michaels disappeared from Youngstown, Ohio on May 16, 2021. In December 2023, his remains were found in a drainage ditch just a quarter mile off of Salt Springs Road. They were identified in April 2024. His death is under investigation.
Investigating Agency
- Youngstown Police Department
330-747-7911
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated July 8, 2025; case resolved.
Michaels, circa 2021; Some of Michaels's tattoos
- Missing Since 05/16/2021
- Missing From Youngstown, Ohio
- Classification Endangered Missing
- Sex Male
- Race Black
- Age 33 years old
- Distinguishing Characteristics African-American male.
Details of Disappearance
Michaels disappeared from Youngstown, Ohio on May 16, 2021. In December 2023, his remains were found in a drainage ditch just a quarter mile off of Salt Springs Road. They were identified in April 2024. His death is under investigation.
Investigating Agency
- Youngstown Police Department 330-747-7911
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated July 8, 2025; case resolved.