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BY Francis Akhalbey, 9:30am June 13, 2023,

‘Life kicked in’ – Missing New Orleans chef returns to family after being reported dead

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by Francis Akhalbey, 9:30am June 13, 2023,
Demietriek Scott was reported missing and later dead -- Photo Credit: Chef Scott Creole BBQ

A popular New Orleans chef, who was on Monday reported missing, turned up alive and returned to his family later that day after a relative initially said his body had been found. 

According to WWL, Demietriek Scott’s family had become concerned about his well-being after not hearing from him since May 31. His food truck had also not been accessed for days, and he did not show up for a major festival he was supposed to cook at.

However, the chef said he was in New Orleans during that period and “needed time for me to sit around and think.”  “Life kicked in, life caved in,” the 47-year-old chef explained. 

On Monday, Scott’s daughter had initially said a body that was found in the Desire neighborhood was her father’s, but the coroner’s office said it was yet to release an official report, as analysis of fingerprints and other evidence were yet to be concluded.

Scott’s cousin, Rayshone Emmanuel, said that “tears were shed” after the chef turned up alive. “They were tears of joy. A load has been lifted. I can breathe again,” he added.

“Thank you everybody,” Scott said. “I appreciate the love. I appreciate the thoughts and prayers. I didn’t think you all cared that much – just being real.”

The chef also reiterated his gratitude in an interview with WVUE. “I appreciate (the concern). I didn’t know that was a thing. … I just needed to get away from everything and just stay in a little while,” he said. “It makes a difference,” he added. “I just needed to sit still … and get a moment for me.”

Scott is said to be a popular local chef known for his passion for barbecue, WWL reported. He has been barbecuing for about a decade and also sells a line of barbecue sauces. 

Last Edited by:Annie-Flora Mills Updated: June 13, 2023

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