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Reward offered in case of missing man

Authorities and community leaders are renewing efforts to solve the nearly 24-year-old disappearance of Damien Sharp, urging anyone with information to come forward as part of the first “Crime of the Week” spotlight by Warren County Crimestoppers.

The group announced it is offering a cash reward of up to $2,000 for information that leads to Sharp’s location or an arrest connected to his disappearance.

Sharp, who was 22 years old at the time, was last seen in the city of Warren on May 25, 2002. His disappearance was officially reported to the City of Warren Police Department on June 6, 2002.

Investigators say the case initially began as a missing persons investigation but later developed into a homicide/missing person case after suspicious circumstances emerged during the investigation.

Despite periodic tips received over the years, police say none have led to a confirmed location for Sharp or a resolution to the case.

Damien Sharp

Since 2007, the Warren Police Department has worked with both civilian volunteers and other law enforcement agencies in continuing the investigation.

At the time he was last seen, Sharp was reportedly carrying a black backpack and may have been using aluminum crutches. He was wearing a dark shirt and dark shorts.

Authorities describe Sharp as a white male with blonde hair and hazel eyes, about 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing around 170 pounds. He also has an Egyptian symbol (Ankh) tattoo on his chest.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Warren County Crimestoppers anonymously at 1-800-83-CRIME (1-800-832-7463). Tips can also be reported to the City of Warren Police Department at 814-723-2700.

Starting at $3.50/week.

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