William Benjamin Bush
William Benjamin Bush

LEONARDTOWN, Md. — The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing man reported Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.

Authorities said William Benjamin Bush Jr., 71, was last known to be in the Baltimore area. Further details about his disappearance were not immediately released.

Deputies are asking anyone who may have information about Bush’s whereabouts to contact the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office at 301-475-8008.


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JB is a local journalist and the Senior News Producer at The BayNet, delivering sharp, on-the-ground reporting across Southern Maryland. From breaking news and public safety to community voices and fundraising,...

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