MOORESBURG, TN — Authorities are asking for assistance in locating Larry Franklin Trent, a 46-year-old man who went missing from his home near Hwy 31 and Brooks Road in Mooresburg, Tennessee, on February 28, 1997. Officials have described his disappearance as suspicious due to his medical condition and the circumstances surrounding it.
What Happened
Larry Franklin Trent, who was disabled and required assistance to walk, disappeared from his residence on February 28, 1997. All of his personal belongings, including his heart and diabetes medications, as well as his vehicle, were left behind. The unusual circumstances have raised concerns about his safety and whereabouts.
Who Was Larry Franklin Trent
Larry Franklin Trent was a 46-year-old white male at the time of his disappearance. He is 6’1” tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds, with dark blonde hair and green eyes, though his hair appears brown in photographs. He had scars on his chest from a prior heart operation and required daily medication for heart and diabetes conditions.
Case Details
The Hawkins County Sheriff’s Office has emphasized that Larry’s disappearance remains unresolved and is considered highly unusual given his physical limitations. Authorities have included Larry in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), urging anyone with information to come forward.
Public and Social Media Response
Community members and social media users have been asked to share Larry’s case to increase public awareness. Authorities remind the public that even small tips could prove crucial in locating missing individuals.
Official Statements and How to Help
If you have any information regarding Larry Franklin Trent, please contact the Hawkins County Sheriff’s Office at 423-272-4848. Reporting information can be done confidentially, and any details could help bring answers to Larry’s family after decades of uncertainty.
This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
