John Franklin Gregory, a 44-year-old man from Austin, Texas, went missing on July 6, 1997. Gregory was last seen walking along Highway 20, about two miles west of Texas 71. He was wearing a black leather jacket, a t-shirt with purple and teal stripes, gray pants or blue jeans, and a black motorcycle helmet at the time of his disappearance. Gregory had been dealing with significant medical challenges, including memory loss and the need for daily medication to manage his mood and a blood
condition. His mental health issues made his situation particularly concerning, as he was vulnerable without his necessary treatments.
Authorities suspect that Gregory may have been attempting to visit his family in Bastrop, Texas, but he never arrived and has not been heard from since. Despite searches and appeals for information, few details have emerged over the years regarding his whereabouts. His case remains unsolved, and Gregory's disappearance has left his family without answers for decades. The lack of concrete leads and Gregory's mental health concerns have complicated efforts to determine what might have happened to him.
The Austin Police Department continues to treat Gregory's case as an endangered missing person, and it remains open, though updates have been scarce. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact authorities, as even small details might help bring resolution to his family.Last Seen: Jul 6, 1997
