Where Is Angelo Reed?

On a cold morning in February 2015, 22-year-old Angelo “AJ” Reed walked out of the Coos County Jail in Coquille, Oregon. He had just been released on a misdemeanor trespassing charge. He was alone, carrying no phone, and reportedly in a fragile mental state. He never made it home.

More than ten years later, his family is still searching. His case remains unsolved. And the silence surrounding his disappearance is deafening.

A Quiet Exit

February 6, 2015. Reed was released from jail around 11:30 a.m. after spending the night in custody. According to public records, the charge was minor, criminal trespass. He had no known history of violent behavior. He was not considered a threat. But he was vulnerable.

Family members say Reed had been struggling emotionally in the days leading up to his arrest. He had recently returned to Coos Bay from Portland, where he’d been living for several months. His mother, Angel Reed, described him as “paranoid and despondent,” and said she was deeply concerned about his mental health.

“He wasn’t himself. He was scared. He was confused. But he was still my son. He was still here.”

There is no record of Reed receiving a mental health evaluation before or after his release. Just like the many inmates with mental health issues, no one escorted him to ensure his safety. No one followed up. He walked away from the jail and vanished.

The Car, the Park, the Silence

Nearly a month later, Reed’s car was found near Mingus Park in Coos Bay. It was unlocked. Inside were his clothes, personal items, and other belongings. Neighbors told investigators the car had been parked there for two to three weeks without being moved.

The discovery raised more questions than answers. Why was the car left there? Did Reed drive it himself? Was he meeting someone? Did anyone see him in the area? Those questions have yet to be publicly answered.

Who Was Angelo Reed?

Angelo Reed was born and raised in Coos Bay. He was described by friends and family as quiet, artistic, and deeply sensitive. He loved animals, music, and spending time outdoors. He had a small circle of close friends and was known for being gentle and introspective.

He was also navigating personal challenges. Family members say he had struggled with anxiety and depression, and that his return from Portland was meant to be a fresh start.

“He was trying. He wanted to get better. He wanted to come home.”

Reed’s physical description:

- Height: 5'9"

- Weight: 130 lbs

- Hair: Black

- Eyes: Hazel

- Ethnicity: Caucasian and Latino

- Tattoos: A bird on his left shoulder; mountains and a wolf's head on his left arm

A Mother’s Search

Since the day her son disappeared, Angel Reed has refused to give up. She has organized search parties, canvassed neighborhoods, and walked the woods near Charleston with flyers and hope.

“I’ve searched every trail I could find. I’ve knocked on doors. I’ve begged people to talk to me. I just want to bring him home.”

Her efforts have been tireless. She’s spoken to local media, filed missing persons reports, and kept her son’s name alive in the community. But the years have taken a toll.

“It’s like screaming into a void. People move on. But I can’t. He’s my son.”

The Case Today

Angelo Reed’s disappearance is listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) under case number MP29020. The Coos County Sheriff’s Office remains the lead agency and can be contacted at (541) 396-3121. No suspects have been named. No new leads have been publicly disclosed.

The case is still open. But it is not active.

What Remains

What we know:

- Reed was released from jail on February 6, 2015.

- He was last seen walking away from the facility.

- His car was found weeks later near Mingus Park.

- His belongings were inside.

- He has not been seen or heard from since.

What we don’t know:

- Where he went after leaving jail.

- Whether he was alone.

- Why his car was left at Mingus Park.

- Whether foul play was involved.

- Whether anyone has come forward with credible information.

A Family Still Waiting

Angel Reed continues to ask for help. She believes someone knows something. She believes someone saw something. And she believes her son deserves to be found.

“He’s either dead or alive. But I still need to find my son.”

Her message is simple: If you know anything—no matter how small—come forward.

How to Help

If you have information about Angelo Reed’s disappearance, contact the Coos County Sheriff’s Office or submit a tip through NamUs at www.namus.gov. Follow this and many more cases at Something Wicked USA on Facebook.

You can also share his story- visibility matters. Silence does not solve cases. Community does. Until the answers come, the question remains: Where is Angelo Reed?

*Noted where AI contributed.