PORTAGE, MI — Portage Public Safety is asking for help in locating an area man who was last seen on Monday, Oct. 13.

Police say 28-year-old Fred Thomas Garnish recently failed to appear for a court hearing in Ottawa County regarding a sexual assault charge. Garnish has an outstanding warrant for his arrest and may be suicidal, a news release said.

Garnish is driving a blue 2011 Hyundai Elantra, four-door, with Michigan license plate DCK2989.

Police say Fred Garnish drives a blue 2011 Hyundai Elantra, four-door, with Michigan license plate DCK2989.

Police say a tent is missing from Garnish's residence and he has been described as a survivalist; police say he may be in an isolated area.

Garnish has resided in Ottawa County in the past and has contacts in Muskegon County, a news release said.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Portage Department of Public Safety at 269-329-4567 or Silent Observer at 269-343-2100.