In the autumn of 2024, concern grew for a Knoxville, Tennessee teenager when 17-year-old Male Demetrius Rudd was reported missing. He was last seen on October 11, 2024, in Knoxville. At the time of his disappearance, Demetrius was described as being 5'11" tall and weighing approximately 125-130 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. When he was last seen, he was believed to be wearing a blue hoody and blue sweatpants.
The Knoxville Police Department, along with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, were involved in the search for the missing teen.
As the investigation into Demetrius's whereabouts continued, authorities believed he might still be in the Knoxville area. There were some indications that he could be in the vicinity of Montgomery Village or around Bethal Avenue in Knoxville. It was also reported that Demetrius may have been with a group of other runaways, all of whom were located shortly after they were reported missing, leaving Demetrius as the only one who had not been found. Law enforcement and his community remained hopeful for his safe return as efforts to locate him were underway.
Official reports later confirmed that Demetrius Rudd was found alive. The investigating agency, the Knoxville Police Department, reported that he was no longer considered a missing person. While details regarding the circumstances of his recovery and the exact date he was located have not been widely publicized, the news that he was safe brought relief to those who had been following his case. The case of Demetrius Rudd began with his disappearance in October 2024, prompting a response from law enforcement, and concluded with the positive outcome of him being safely located.Last Seen: Oct 11, 2024
