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Joseph Lamplot, a 66-year-old man from Symmes Township, Ohio, has been missing since December 16, 2023. He was last seen driving a gold 2003 Dodge Ram pickup truck with the Ohio license plate number "FHS3157." Authorities are particularly concerned as Mr. Lamplot does not have his heart medication with him, which could pose a serious health risk given his condition. His disappearance prompted immediate action by the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, which is leading efforts to locate him.
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Last Seen: Dec 16, 2023

Victim Details

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

WWW.HCSO.ORG

23SPC0282

2023-12-18

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office

3562

Gray or Partially Gray

Hazel

Hazel

05/13/2026


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