In the summer of 2016, 63-year-old Robert William Wright made a decision that would leave his friends and family searching for answers. On July 18, 2016, from his home in Johnstown, Colorado, Robert mailed his personal belongings to those he held dear. In these packages, he included a note explaining that he was embarking on a 'walk-about,' a journey of indeterminate length and destination.
With his three beloved dogs as his only companions, he set off, leaving behind a life he had known. The last confirmed sighting of Robert was in the Johnstown area. He was a white male, standing at 5'7' and weighing around 170 pounds, with graying hair, a beard, and brown eyes that required glasses.
The first significant lead in the search for Robert came when his truck was discovered abandoned in Crook County, Wyoming. The vehicle was located on Highway 112 at mile marker 14. This discovery prompted an immediate and thorough search of the surrounding area by the Crook County Sheriff's Office. Despite their extensive efforts, neither Robert nor his three dogs could be found, adding another layer of mystery to his sudden departure. The vast and rugged Wyoming landscape held no immediate clues as to which direction he may have gone or what may have happened to him and his loyal companions.
The circumstances surrounding Robert Wright's disappearance remain an open question. His intentional act of mailing his possessions and announcing his 'walk-about' suggests a planned departure from his life in Colorado. However, the discovery of his abandoned truck in Wyoming without any further trace of him or his dogs has left authorities and his loved ones with a painful lack of closure. The Johnstown Police Department continues to list him as a missing person, and his case remains an active investigation. The narrative of Robert's disappearance is one of a man who seemingly chose to leave his world behind, a choice that has led to a prolonged and heart-wrenching search for answers.Last Seen: Jul 18, 2016
