James Donovan Brownback, 37, vanished from Orange County, Virginia after being last seen on October 25, 2024. He stopped all contact after that date and has not been seen or heard from since, prompting acute concern from family and friends. Authorities have classified him as an endangered missing person and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office is handling the investigation.

Brownback is a white male with brown hair and blue eyes, about 6 feet 1 inch tall and 170 pounds. Distinctive tattoos include the character Donnie Darko on his right shin, a coat of arms on his upper arm, plus additional tattoos on his chest and both arms; these markings are being used as key identifiers in the search.

Very little additional information has been released. Anyone who knew James, saw him around October 25, 2024, or has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.