Where is Stephen Thomas Marek? High-risk Bakersfield man goes missing, Syko Stu's brother calls for help

The Kern County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public’s help in looking for a missing 32-year-old man, Stephen Thomas Marek, who has autism.

Published on: Aug 27, 2025, 14:05:01 IST

By Sumanti Sen

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The Kern County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public’s help in looking for a missing 32-year-old man. Stephen Thomas Marek was last seen leaving his home on foot near Blue Tail Lane and Quail Creek Road, KCSO has said. He has been missing from northwest Bakersfield, California, since August 23.

Where is Stephen Thomas Marek? High-risk Bakersfield man goes missing (KCSO)

Sheriff’s officials said Marek has autism, as reported by KGET.com. He is also considered high-risk.

Per the outlet, Marek was last seen wearing a light-colored long sleeve shirt and gray pants. He is 6 feet, 3 inches tall, weighs 158 pounds, and has dark blonde hair and green eyes.

Syko Stu’s brother’s issues plea for help

Among those who urged the public to help find Marek is Andrew Smith, pro wrestler Syko Stu’s brother. Smith shared a Facebook post by Marek’s cousin, Sarah Canton, which reads, “Please like and share, every ounce of engagement is valuable and helps to keep this story in the news and on feeds! My cousin needs your help!”

Stu, whose real name is Stuart Smith, has been making headlines after he was violently attacked by Raja Jackson, the son of UFC star Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson. The injuries led to Stu ending up in the hospital.

Meanwhile, another cousin of Marek has also issued a plea for help on Facebook. “Bakersfield friends, please share. My cousin with autism went missing last night, 8/23/25. Last seen in NW Bakersfield on Quail Creek Road, wearing grey pants and light colored long sleeve shirt,” Daniel Olewiler wrote.

Anyone who has information about Marek’s whereabouts has been urged to contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office at 661-861-3110.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sumanti Sen
Sumanti Sen covers everything that’s happening in the US, from politics to entertainment, but her expertise lies in covering crime news. She has comprehensively chronicled the Idaho student murders, the Laken Riley and Iryna Zarutska cases, and the killing of Charlie Kirk, among other incidents. Over the years, she has interviewed several victims/families of victims of crimes seeking justice. She digs up stories that might otherwise remain unheard, and does her bit to ensure that victims and survivors’ voices are heard. Sumanti’s many years of experience also include interviews with Hamas attack survivors and mental health experts, among others. Her coverage of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and interviews with survivors of the tragedy, coupled with her other works including the Titan submersible coverage, earned her the Digi Journo of the Quarter award during her first year at Hindustan Times. Sumanti actively tracks missing person cases in the United States, and peruses Reddit and other social media platforms to bring to light cases that frequently elude public attention. She has extensively covered the disappearances of Nancy Guthrie, Thomas Medlin, Beau Mann, and Sudiksha Konanki, among others. When not at work, you will either find her with her novels, or with her beloved rescue pooches.Read More

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