Wayne Leroy Thompson, a 32-year-old truck driver from Kearney, Nebraska, disappeared on March 31, 1976. At the time of his disappearance, Thompson worked as an over-the-road truck driver. He was last seen in his hometown of Kearney, and since then, neither he nor his vehicle, a red 1967 Ford 300 pickup truck, have been found. His sudden disappearance left behind all his personal belongings in his home, creating further mystery around his case.
Thompson was described as having blond hair, green eyes, and standing around 5'9" to 5'11", weighing approximately 150 to 160 pounds. He was last seen wearing a western-style shirt and cowboy boots, consistent with his everyday attire. Notably, Thompson had a healed leg fracture at the time of his disappearance, which may help in identifying him if any remains are found. His truck, which also went missing, had Nebraska license plates, and there was a renewal of the registration in 1977 by a family member, likely hoping that he might still be using it.
Despite extensive efforts, including a case file in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), Thompson’s case remains unsolved. The Nebraska State Patrol continues to be involved in the investigation, though there has been little development in finding new clues. With no physical evidence or further sightings of Thompson or his truck, the circumstances of his disappearance remain unknown. It has puzzled both local authorities and the community for decades.Last Seen: Mar 31, 1976
