Family Offers Reward for Information on Missing Brooklyn Heights Father
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, Ohio — Nearly a year has passed since Calvin "Bub" Jones mysteriously vanished, leaving his family desperate for answers and longing for his return.
The Timeline of Disappearance
A police report from Brooklyn Heights reveals the last known movements of Jones: His 2011 Chevy Impala was recorded by a Flock camera traveling westbound on Broadway near McCracken at 11:45 a.m. on August 21st. Earlier that day, he had delivered a pizza to his brother at 10 p.m. Just 90 minutes later, he was spotted in the parking lot of Georgio’s Oven Fresh Pizza on Harvard Avenue.
A touching moment unfolded when his 16-year-old son, Damian, spoke to him on the phone moments later, discussing how to put his younger brother to bed. After that, Jones seemed to disappear without a trace. “We just want him home. He needs to come home. We miss him so much. This is not him.” These heartfelt words from Jones’ mother, Donna Ayers, resonate deeply with the pain his family has endured since that fateful day.
A Distressing Discovery
In October, a white male’s body was recovered from the Cuyahoga River, sparking concern within the Jones family as they awaited news of the identity. Fortunately, the body was not Jones, but the fear and anxiety lingered. Fast forward to March, when Ayers received a tip suggesting someone knew where her son’s body was hidden.
“Somebody called me last week and said they had his body in an abandoned house on Fleet and then moved it to the dumps over on 78th and Harvard,” revealed Ayers. The emotional toll of such information is unimaginable for any parent. "I think he’s there somewhere," she said, grappling with the difficult acceptance of the unknown.
Community Search Efforts
Despite the community’s heartfelt efforts to search, no evidence linking Jones to the reported locations was found. "It was devastating for them not to find anything," said Jones’ sister, Crystal, reflecting on the unsuccessful search days.
A Financial Appeal for Hope
In an empowering move, the Jones family has decided to offer a monetary incentive to encourage anyone with information to come forward. They have launched a GoFundMe campaign with an initial goal of $1,000. Crystal articulates the sentiment that many share, saying, “If you offer money it’ll probably bring more out. Everybody wants money.”
The reward will only be distributed if Jones is located, a small price for the hope that someone will step forward with answers.
Continuing the Fight for Answers
While tips have slowed, hope remains alive. "I wake up every morning and post about him. We’re coming up on 45 weeks on Wednesday," Crystal said, balancing her family responsibilities while holding onto the belief that her brother will eventually walk through the door again.
“Bring my baby home,” Ayers pleaded. "If it was yours, you would want the same thing."
How to Help
If you’d like to contribute to the ongoing search and help bring Calvin “Bub” Jones home, please consider donating to the GoFundMe campaign. Your support could provide the crucial information needed to reunite this family.
Conclusion
The journey continues for the Jones family, and they remain unwavering in their commitment to uncovering the truth. As they navigate through this difficult chapter, community support and shared information can pave the way forward.
If you want to stay updated on this ongoing story, feel free to reach out and follow their progress. Together, we can keep hope alive.
