Special Needs Male Missing: Community Urged to Help Find Leo Merryman

Independence, OH – The community is urged to assist in the search for Leo Merryman, a 22-year-old special needs male who has been missing since May 22, 2024. Leo was last seen leaving his workplace at McDonald’s located at the intersection of Rockside and Brecksville Roads in Independence, Ohio. He left on his black and white bike around 5 PM on that Wednesday.

Leo is described as being 5’5″ tall, weighing 143 pounds, with dyed red hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing black skinny jeans, a black graphic T-shirt, and a black jacket with white stripes.

Leo typically travels along the Canal Towpath, Brecksville Road, and East 71st area to reach his home in Slavic Village. His disappearance has raised significant concern due to his special needs, and his family and friends are desperate for any information regarding his whereabouts.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities immediately. You can reach out to the provided numbers: (216) 253-4062, (216) 278-6223, or the Cleveland Police 4th District at (216) 623-5400 (Harold #739).

The community’s vigilance and swift action are crucial in ensuring Leo’s safe return. Please keep an eye out and report any sightings or information that may aid in locating him.

Update on Missing Person Leo Merryman: Body Found in Metroparks 05-28-2024 at 329PM

Independence, OH – In a tragic turn of events, a body has been found in the Metroparks area near Bacci Park, raising concerns that it may be linked to the ongoing search for Leo Merryman, a 22-year-old special needs male who has been missing since May 22, 2024.

NE Ohio Scanner reported that the discovery was made around 12:07 PM today. The body was found alongside a green backpack, making identification difficult. The Metroparks Police Department has been notified, and a recovery effort is currently underway. Authorities have not yet confirmed if the body is that of Leo Merryman, who was last seen leaving his workplace at McDonald’s on Rockside and Brecksville Roads in Independence, Ohio, on his bike.

Further updates from NE Ohio Scanner indicate that the area around the 5100s Canal by the CH service department entrance to the park will be blocked as the investigation continues.

Leo Merryman, described as 5’5″ tall, weighing 143 pounds, with dyed red hair and brown eyes, was wearing black skinny jeans, a black graphic T-shirt, and a black jacket with white stripes when he disappeared.

The community remains hopeful for more definitive news, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact the numbers previously provided: (216) 253-4062, (216) 278-6223, or the Cleveland Police 4th District at (216) 623-5400 (Harold #739).

Our thoughts are with Leo’s family and friends during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

Update on Missing Person Case: Leo Merryman

May 30, 2024

Independence, OH — The search for Leo Merryman, a 22-year-old special needs male who went missing on May 22, 2024, has taken a somber turn. Authorities have confirmed that a body found in the Metroparks area near Bacci Park is indeed that of Leo Merryman. The identification was verified by the county medical examiner’s website, though the cause of death has not yet been determined.

Leo Merryman was last seen leaving his workplace at McDonald’s on Rockside and Brecksville Roads in Independence, Ohio. He left on his black and white bike around 5 PM. Merryman, described as 5’5” tall, weighing 143 pounds, with dyed red hair and brown eyes, was wearing black skinny jeans, a black graphic T-shirt, and a black jacket with white stripes at the time of his disappearance.

The discovery of the body was first reported by NE Ohio Scanner on May 28, 2024, around 12:07 PM. The body was found alongside a green backpack, making initial identification challenging. A recovery effort by the Metroparks Police Department ensued, leading to the current confirmation of Leo’s identity.

The area around the 5100s Canal, near the Cleveland Heights service department entrance to the park, was blocked as part of the ongoing investigation. Authorities are continuing their efforts to determine the cause of death and gather more information surrounding the circumstances of Leo Merryman’s disappearance and death.

The community remains deeply affected by this tragic news. Leo’s family and friends ask for continued support as they navigate through this difficult time.

For those who may have additional information that could assist in the ongoing investigation, please contact the provided numbers: (216) 253-4062, (216) 278-6223, or the Cleveland Police 4th District at (216) 623-5400 (Harold #739).

Stay tuned to NE Ohio News for further updates as more details become available.

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