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The search continues for Kevin Collins Jr., a 21-year-old man from South Jersey who has been missing for over 100 days. Collins was last seen leaving Inspira Medical Center in Mannington Township, Salem County, on February 27. Surveillance footage captured him walking unclothed in a wooded area near Griscom Drive, close to the hospital, later that day.
According to New Jersey State Police, Collins is described as a Black male, 5-foot-5, weighing approximately 115 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. His family is deeply concerned for his safety, especially given his mental health struggles. His sister, Kirsten Collins, expressed her frustration, saying, "As his older sister, I always protected him." His mother, Tinisha Hall, added, "I'm just taken aback with regards to how things were being handled."
Before his disappearance, Collins had called for help while experiencing mental distress. He was taken to the hospital but did not stay long. His family believes he sought help because he knew he needed it. "He reached out to 911 to say, 'Hey, I'm not OK. Help me, please,'" said his sister Keyoni Collins.
The New Jersey State Police, along with Collins' family, are urging the public to assist in the search. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the NJSP Troop "A" Woodstown Station at (856) 769-0775 or the New Jersey State Police Missing Persons Unit at (609) 882-2000 ext. 2554.