GILBERTS, Ill. — The Village of Gilberts Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Adam Kurtz, who was reported missing on July 12, 2026. Authorities have launched an active investigation and are asking residents to remain alert as efforts continue to find him safely.
According to police, Adam Kurtz was last seen in the Timber Trails neighborhood during the afternoon of July 12. Investigators believe he was traveling toward the Big Timber area at approximately 1:00 p.m., after which his whereabouts became unknown.
At the time he was last seen, Adam was reportedly wearing a black tank top and black shorts. Law enforcement officials are encouraging anyone in Gilberts or nearby communities who may have seen him to contact authorities immediately. Even seemingly minor details could help investigators establish his movements.
Officers continue to pursue leads by interviewing potential witnesses, reviewing available evidence, and coordinating search efforts. Community members have also been sharing Adam’s information across social media in hopes of generating additional tips that could aid the investigation.
Police are specifically asking residents and businesses in the Timber Trails and Big Timber areas to review home security cameras, doorbell cameras, and surveillance footage recorded around the time Adam was last seen. Any video or information, no matter how insignificant it may appear, could prove valuable to the investigation.
Adam’s family and friends remain deeply concerned for his safety and continue to hope for his safe return. They are urging anyone with information to come forward as soon as possible.
Anyone with information regarding Adam Kurtz’s whereabouts is asked to contact Kane County Dispatch at 630-232-8400. Authorities emphasize that prompt reporting of any sightings or relevant information could be crucial in helping locate Adam and reunite him with his loved ones.
The investigation remains active, and additional updates are expected as more information becomes available.