Search Underway for Missing Endangered Man Last Seen in Bradenton

Bradenton, FL — Authorities are searching for 62-year-old Charles Wiggins Jr., who has been reported missing and is considered endangered. Wiggins was last seen at 8:30 a.m. on March 29, 2025, leaving the 1400 block of 55th Avenue West in Bradenton.

He was driving a 2021 gray Honda Civic bearing Florida license plate 18EYIF. Since his departure, he has not been seen or heard from. Officials are especially concerned for his well-being as he does not have his necessary medication with him.

Wiggins is described as 5 feet 9 inches tall with a medium build. When he went missing, he was wearing a dark brown Army shirt with the phrase “Empire 17,” along with dark pants and dark sneakers.

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information on Wiggins’ location to call 941-747-3011. The public’s assistance is vital as the investigation continues and search efforts intensify.