Vanished in the Emerald Triangle: The Unsolved Disappearance of Shannon House

A Quiet Night Turns Into a Lifelong Mystery

Shannon Michael House, a 39-year-old Humboldt County native, vanished without a trace between the evening of October 11 and the early morning hours of October 12, 2015. He was last seen in Trinity County, California, near the remote community of Kettenpom, while working with his brother Thomas at a marijuana grow site along Mina Road. That night, Shannon appeared quiet and contemplative, sitting alone in his pickup truck. When Thomas awoke around 4:00 a.m., he heard the trailer door close but assumed Shannon had gone to another trailer. By 10:00 a.m., it became clear that Shannon was missing. His truck, wallet, phone, and shoes were left behind, suggesting he had wandered into the rugged wilderness barefoot and unprepared .

Mental Health Struggles and Medication Withdrawal

In the weeks leading up to his disappearance, Shannon had abruptly stopped taking Gabapentin, a medication prescribed for nerve pain and seizures. This sudden cessation led to insomnia, paranoia, and disorientation. His brother noted that Shannon had been acting "just a little off," even thinking he saw something outside the trailer window. These symptoms are consistent with Gabapentin withdrawal, which can include nausea, dizziness, headaches, and anxiety ....Read More

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