Police believe dad missing since Mother's Day 'murdered'
An Adelaide man missing since Mother's Day is now thought to have been murdered.
The disappearance of Michael Modesti, 33, has been declared a major crime and police say his likely death may be drug related.
His family is devastated by the latest developments in the case and have urged anyone with information to contact detectives.
Michael Modesti pictured with his partner. Photo: 7 News.
Police believe met with foul play. Source: Supplied
"We love Michael very much. He was a good boy and we want him back," the family said in a statement on Monday.
Mr Modesti was last seen on May 8, with his car found dumped in Adelaide on May 11.
Mr Modesti's car. Source: SA Police
Detective Superintendent Des Bray said he was known to police, having been in some trouble between 2002 and 2006.
Some cannabis seedlings were also found at his house in 2014.
"Police have an open mind as to what may have happened but are investigating the possibility that in recent times he may have got involved with the wrong people again," Supt Bray said.
"The possibility of this being a drug-related murder cannot be excluded."
Detective Superintendent Des Bray said Mr Modesti was known to police.
Two weeks before he went missing Mr Modesti travelled to Bangkok to attend a building expo, returning to Adelaide on May 6.
His last interaction with anyone came late on May 8, when he spoke by phone with his partner.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page.
