Mercer Island Police Investigating Missing Person Report

February 29, 2024 - On Saturday, February 24, the Mercer Island Police Department received a report of a missing 74-year-old male named Curtis Engeland. The missing individual’s roommate filed the report, stating Engeland was missing and acting outside of his normal routine.

Mercer Island officers and investigative staff immediately began working with Engeland’s family and friends to identify his normal routine and behaviors. A Missing Person Bulletin and a Washington State Patrol Silver Alert was issued asking for public assistance in locating him. Curtis Engeland is described as a 74-year-old white male, five feet nine inches tall, weighing 145 pounds with blue eyes and grey-brown hair. Anyone who sees Engeland or has information about his whereabouts should call 911.

Detectives are continuing to work with family, friends, and other contacts in investigating this ongoing missing persons case. Additional updates will be shared as they are available.