Kermit, West Virginia (June 12, 2022) — The family of 32-year-old Brittany Duff is urgently searching for answers after she disappeared without a trace on June 12, 2022. Brittany, a mother of four, was last seen leaving a home in the 1500 block of Jennings Creek Road in Kermit, West Virginia. She called a friend the following day, saying she would be arriving soon, but never showed up. Her family has not heard from her since.
What Happened:
Brittany Duff’s disappearance remains shrouded in mystery. On June 12, 2022, she left her mother’s home on foot, wearing a white t-shirt and jeans while carrying a backpack. The following day, she called a friend from someone else’s phone, leaving a voicemail that she was on her way but would be arriving soon. However, Brittany never made it to her destination.
Ten days later, unable to reach her daughter, her mother, Mary Horn, reported Brittany missing to the West Virginia State Police on June 23, 2022. Investigators soon discovered that Brittany had no vehicle or cell phone at the time of her disappearance. A friend who received the call from Brittany stated that she sounded frantic, mentioning that she was in Louisa, Kentucky. Another friend confirmed giving Brittany a ride to Louisa.
Who Was Brittany Duff:
Brittany Duff was born on October 29, 1989, in Kermit, West Virginia. A high school graduate from Tolsia High School in 2008, Brittany has two older siblings. Despite struggling with substance abuse, she had been seeking help, entering a treatment facility earlier in 2022.
Just before her disappearance, a suspicious fire destroyed the home Brittany had inherited from her father. She had planned to start a new life with her four children in that home but was staying with her mother until she could make new living arrangements.
Her family, especially her mother, has been devastated by the sudden disappearance and is desperately searching for answers.
Investigation:
The West Virginia State Police is leading the investigation into Brittany’s disappearance. Her last known whereabouts were in Louisa, Kentucky, where Brittany’s family traveled to file a missing person’s report. Despite this lead, Brittany remains missing.
Brittany did not have a vehicle or cell phone, making it difficult for investigators to trace her steps. She was last seen wearing a pink shirt, jean shorts, white and green sneakers, sunglasses, a gold chain, and bracelets. She was also carrying a tan backpack.
Appearance:
- Height: 6’1”
- Weight: 125-130 lbs
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Blue
- Tattoos: “Spark” on her neck, a star on her stomach, and her children’s names on her wrist.
Investigating Agency:
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Brittany Duff, please contact the West Virginia State Police – Troop 5 at (304) 235-6000. Reference case number 22-091220.
Closing Line:
Brittany’s family continues to wait for answers, hoping for her safe return. This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
