Bronx, NY – The Metropolitan Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s help in locating 34-year-old DC firefighter William Virgil Jones III, who was last seen in the Bronx on Monday, August 12, 2024. Jones, who has been reported missing since August 14, 2024, was last spotted in the 500 block of 169th Street.
Jones is described as a Black male, standing 6 feet tall, weighing 165 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. The details of his clothing at the time of his disappearance are currently unknown. Authorities are asking anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward and contact the Youth and Family Services Division or the Real Time Crime Center.
The search for Jones has garnered significant attention and concern, particularly on social media, where members of the community have expressed their hopes for his safe return. Benita SweaPea Bowman, a member of the community, shared on Facebook, "As you may have heard, one of our members has been reported as a critical missing person. If you have any information about the whereabouts or last known sightings of Sgt. William Jones, please contact the Metropolitan Police Department and your chain of command."
Other community members echoed similar sentiments. Stephanie Luvin Lyfe Lewis posted, “Praying,” while Dwayne Martin added, “Prayers,” showing the collective concern and support for Jones and his family.
The case is being actively investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department’s Youth and Family Services Division. Authorities are encouraging anyone with information to reach out via phone or text, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in efforts to bring Jones home safely.
As the investigation continues, the family, friends, and colleagues of William Virgil Jones III, along with the broader community, are holding out hope for his safe return. The Metropolitan Police Department has expressed gratitude for the public’s assistance and is determined to ensure Jones is found and reunited with his loved ones.