Family members seek missing Ottawa man in Kansas City

Police searched for a 42-year-old Ottawa man who disappeared nearly a week ago and may be in the Kansas City area.

Richard L. Evans was last seen about 5 a.m. Friday, when he left for work, said his mother, Jessica Phifer. Evans had recently moved home to care for his mother and her husband. Family members reported Evans missing earlier this week, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

Evans left behind most of his personal possessions. His cellphone was not working. He was driving a black 1998 Honda Civic.

Evans often drove to Kansas City and Independence for errands and to visit friends, Phifer said.

Anyone with information about Evans was asked to call the the Ottawa Police Department at 785-242-2561.

To reach Ian Cummings, call 816-234-4633 or send email to icummings@kcstar.com.

This story was originally published September 17, 2015 at 7:08 PM with the headline "Family members seek missing Ottawa man in Kansas City."