Sep 25, 2024
Oct 03, 2024
Joseph
Lamplot
67
66
72 inches
240 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
In the community of Symmes Township, Ohio, the sudden and unexplained disappearance of Joseph Lamplot has left his family and friends in a state of prolonged uncertainty and distress. Mr. Lamplot, a 66-year-old man, was last seen on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Known affectionately by some as John, he was described by loved ones as a kind and generous person who would do anything for a friend and never met a stranger. His absence is deeply felt by those who knew him, particularly his sister and a close long-time friend who have been vocal in their search for answers. The lack of closure has been an ongoing source of pain for his family, who long for any information regarding his whereabouts. The circumstances surrounding Joseph Lamplot's disappearance are particularly troubling to his family and investigators. When he was last seen, it was believed he was operating his gold 2003 Dodge Ram pickup truck. Compounding the concern, he did not have his necessary heart medication with him at the time he went missing. The state in which his Loveland home was found added to the mystery; the back door was discovered unlocked, which was uncharacteristic of him. Inside the residence, the lights and his computer had been left on, and his phone, a device he reportedly never went anywhere without, was found in the basement. These details paint a picture of a man who did not seem to be planning to leave for an extended period, amplifying the concern for his well-being. The investigation into Joseph Lamplot's whereabouts has been ongoing, with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office seeking information from the public. While his gold 2003 Dodge Ram pickup truck, bearing the Ohio registration FHS3157, was eventually located, there was unfortunately no sign of Mr. Lamplot himself. He was reportedly last seen on video footage in his truck on Montgomery Road before he vanished. The case remains an active and open investigation, a painful reality for his family who continue to hope for his safe return. The overview of this case is one of a beloved member of the community who disappeared under unusual circumstances, leaving behind a home that suggested a quick return and a family who continues to search for him.
Dec 16, 2023
Symmes Township
Ohio
Hamilton County
No
154187
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office
Cincinnati
Ohio
Hamilton County
45202
1000 Sycamore Street, Ohio
5139466230
County
Law Enforcement
23SPC0282
2023-12-18
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office
3562
Gray or Partially Gray
Hazel
Hazel
05/13/2026