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. 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 crimesc.com or through their P3
tips app.