Drake Bellhas been reported as missing.The Daytona Beach Police Department shared a post onFacebookThursday indicating that “officers are looking” for Bell.“He should be traveling in a 2022 grey BMW and his last known location is potentially the area of Mainland High School on 4/12/2023 just before 9 p.m.,” the post read. “He is considered missing and endangered.“The department has advised those with information to reach out to Detective Jayson Wallace.PEOPLE has reached out to the Daytona Beach Police Department and Bell’s rep for additional comment.Bell’s most recent social media post was published days before he was reported missing. On April 3, hetweeteda video of a podcast interview he recently participated in.Bell, 36, is best known for starring in various Nickelodeon children’s programming, includingDrake & JoshandThe Amanda Show. He has also appeared in films likeYours, Mine and Ours,Superhero MovieandThe Nutty Professor.In recent years, Bell has placed more focus on his music career.Alberto E. Rodriguez/GettyBell’s ex-girlfriend Melissa Lingafelt previouslyaccused him of verbal and physical abuseduring their late 2000s relationship. He has denied the allegations.Bell was laterarrested in June 2021for attempted child endangerment and disseminating matter harmful to juveniles. He pleaded guilty to the charges.The former child star’s victim accused him of grooming her from the age of 12 before allegedly sexually abusing her when she was 15. The following month, he wassentencedto two years probation and 200 hours of community service. He is also prohibited from contacting the accuser.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Drake Bell.Michael Tran/GettyBell married Janet Von Schmeling in 2018, but a source told PEOPLE in January thatthey separated late last year. They also share a son together.“Janet is devoted to raising their son,” the source said. “Drake and Janet are committed to maintaining a peaceful co-parenting relationship and giving their son the best life possible.“If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
Drake Bellhas been reported as missing.
The Daytona Beach Police Department shared a post onFacebookThursday indicating that “officers are looking” for Bell.
“He should be traveling in a 2022 grey BMW and his last known location is potentially the area of Mainland High School on 4/12/2023 just before 9 p.m.,” the post read. “He is considered missing and endangered.”
The department has advised those with information to reach out to Detective Jayson Wallace.
PEOPLE has reached out to the Daytona Beach Police Department and Bell’s rep for additional comment.
Bell’s most recent social media post was published days before he was reported missing. On April 3, hetweeteda video of a podcast interview he recently participated in.
Bell, 36, is best known for starring in various Nickelodeon children’s programming, includingDrake & JoshandThe Amanda Show. He has also appeared in films likeYours, Mine and Ours,Superhero MovieandThe Nutty Professor.
In recent years, Bell has placed more focus on his music career.
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty
Bell’s ex-girlfriend Melissa Lingafelt previouslyaccused him of verbal and physical abuseduring their late 2000s relationship. He has denied the allegations.
Bell was laterarrested in June 2021for attempted child endangerment and disseminating matter harmful to juveniles. He pleaded guilty to the charges.
The former child star’s victim accused him of grooming her from the age of 12 before allegedly sexually abusing her when she was 15. The following month, he wassentencedto two years probation and 200 hours of community service. He is also prohibited from contacting the accuser.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
Drake Bell.Michael Tran/Getty
Bell married Janet Von Schmeling in 2018, but a source told PEOPLE in January thatthey separated late last year. They also share a son together.
“Janet is devoted to raising their son,” the source said. “Drake and Janet are committed to maintaining a peaceful co-parenting relationship and giving their son the best life possible.”
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
source: people.com
