Autanguens Bernard Coupette, 31, was last seen leaving his family’s home in Tampa, Florida, at about 6:00 a.m. on April 1, 2021. He did not return and has not been heard from since. Coupette is described as an African-American man, 5 feet 5 inches tall, about 130 pounds, with black hair and black eyes.

This was not his first disappearance; he went missing on New Year’s Day 2020 and was found three days later. He speaks only Haitian Creole and has mental health needs that require ongoing family support, which complicates communication and outreach. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is handling the investigation, and few other details about the circumstances of his disappearance are available.

If anyone in Tampa or nearby communities knew Coupette’s routines, where he might go, or has information about his whereabouts, please contact the Sheriff’s Office.