BELLVILLE, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—Authorities are reaching out to the community for help in finding 25-year-old James Beardsley, who has been reported missing since January 5.
Beardsley was last seen leaving a residence in Columbus, intending to return to his home in Polk, Ohio; however, he never arrived at his destination. His vehicle has since been discovered parked at the rear of the Der Dutchman Restaurant in Bellville, Ohio.
The Columbus Division of Police Missing Persons Unit is actively investigating the case and urges anyone with information regarding Beardsley’s whereabouts to come forward. Those with details can contact the unit at 614-645-2358 and reference Report #250018319.