West Columbia detectives searching for missing man

West Columbia, SC 01/04/2023 – On January 2, 2023 Simon Manuel Gates was reported as missing by a family member. He was last seen on December 29, 2022.

Mr. Gates is 29 years old. He is 4 feet 11 inches tall and weighs 140 pounds. He usually wears glasses and has dark black hair.

Law enforcement is seeking any information that may lead detectives to Mr. Gates’ whereabouts. Those with information are urged to contact the West Columbia Police Department at (803) 794-0721 or to submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers of the Midlands at www,crimesc.com or through their P3 tips app.