On Saturday, August 5, 2023, a worker in Gary discovered a man in a remote swampy location. The man was eventually identified as missing person Matt Potocki, 32.
After being discovered, he was declared dead, leaving everyone in considerable shock and distress. All those who knew him during his life will always miss him.
The specifics surrounding Matt Potocki’s death aren’t known this time, as law enforcement agencies are investigating this tragic case to determine the possible cause of this sad incident.
Details about the funeral services will be announced by the family soon.
Missing details:
Tara Potocki shared the missing details for her brother on social media:
My brother Matthew Michael Potocki is a missing person. I last had contact with him on 7/28 around 2 AM. He was last seen in the Gary area near Cline. He has whereabouts in East Chicago as well. If you have any leads or info, please get in touch with Donna Higuet or myself. Please share. Please come forward. Thank you.
32 years old
Weight: 165 lbs
Height: 5’10
*Distinguishable tattoos*
“over come” across his knuckles
French bulldog on the side of his neck
Tributes:
As everyone learned about Matt’s unexpected and sudden death, they started grieving and mourning, already missing and remembering him, paying tributes, and sending condolences to him.
“I’m still dont wanna believe this horrible situation. You didnt deserve this. I wish this was just kind of nightmare bro. I’m gonna cherish the good times we had together especially the moments you were there for me through my darkest time this past year. You will get justice & hope that POS rots for what he has done. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Fly high Matt Potocki.”
“Rip Matt Potocki from Sean Kelly I love you forever bro you didn’t deserve this man you were trying to get your life back on track you were a great father age I’ve known you for probably 20 years man this breaks my heart rest easy man you always got a place in my heart and condolences to your family from mine.”

