> At a Glance
> – A body was recovered from Rouge River near Hines Park at 3 p.m. on January 8
> – The discovery came during the search for 30-year-old Yousif Hassan Naim, missing since January 7
> – Officials say the body matches Naim’s description, pending formal identification
> – Why it matters: The tragic end follows a 26-hour community search involving 200+ volunteers
A body has been found in the Rouge River during the intensive search for Yousif Hassan Naim, a 30-year-old man with autism who vanished after leaving his Detroit home.
Discovery in Rouge River
Dearborn Heights police located the body near Hines Park on Thursday afternoon, roughly 26 hours after Naim was last seen walking north on Beaverland Street.
While the Wayne County Medical Examiner’s Office has not confirmed the identity, officers stated the body appears consistent with Naim’s description.
- Last seen: 1:30 p.m., January 7
- Body found: 3 p.m., January 8
- Searchers involved: 200+ community members
Community Response
Dearborn Heights Mayor Mo Baydoun praised the massive volunteer effort:
> “My deepest condolences go out to the Naim family. I ask that our entire city wrap them in love and prayer during this time.”
Police Chief Michael Guzowski confirmed he has spoken with the family and pledged continued support:
> “This is an extremely tragic situation. We will continue to support the family throughout this process.”
Authorities also noted there was no indication Naim was in crisis before his disappearance.
Key Takeaways
- Formal identification is still pending from the medical examiner
- An advocate has been assigned to assist the Naim family
- The investigation remains open
- Community members rallied overnight in a show of solidarity
The discovery brings a heartbreaking close to the urgent search that mobilized hundreds across the Detroit area.
