Search begins for missing transgender man in SW Houston

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- Volunteers will begin searching for a missing transgender man today in southwest Houston.

Darius Gatlin, 28, was last seen on September 11 when he left his home dressed in a pink and white tank top, blue jean shorts and pink and white shoes with flowers.

He has the words "Darius" and "Brandon" tattooed on his neck, a panther tattoo, and the word "Aquarius" tattooed on his chest.

His dark burgundy-colored 2013 Nissan Maxima with Texas license plates BWH-0539 is also missing, police say.

EquuSearch says Gatlin may have been involved in dangerous activities, but did not elaborate further.

If you have any information concerning his whereabouts, call Houston Police at 713-731-5223.