Search underway for missing 32-year-old man in Evanston

Joseph Nechtow was last seen Dec. 22, 2023, in Evanston. (Chicago police)

Chicago police are asking for the public's help in locating a 32-year-old man who was reported missing in Evanston late last year. 

Joseph Nechtow was last seen Dec. 22, 2023, in Evanston. Chicago police say he previously lived in the 3300 block of West Diversey Avenue. 

Nechtow is described as being 5-foot-10 with brown eyes and balding black hair. 

He's known to frequently visit the areas of Madison Street and Pulaski Road and the Logan Square neighborhood, according to police. 

Anyone with information on Nechtow's whereabouts is urged to contact Area Five detectives at 312-746-6554.