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Barry Raper

Missing
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Barry Raper, a 52-year-old man from Athens, Tennessee, was last seen on November 11, 2024. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and authorities have been actively investigating the case to gather more information and clues. Family and friends are deeply concerned and have been working closely with local law enforcement to spread awareness and seek any leads that might help locate him.

The community has also come together to support the search efforts, organizi ...Read More
Last Seen: Nov 11, 2024
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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP133287
    • Victim Details

    Nov 15, 2024

    Nov 15, 2024

    Barry

    Raper

    52

    52

    70 inches

    71 inches

    200 lbs

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    Nov 11, 2024

    Athens

    Tennessee

    McMinn County

    Athens

    No

    237

    156444

    Athens Police Department

    Athens

    Tennessee

    McMinn County

    37303

    Blake Witt

    Lieutenant

    815 North Jackson Street, Tennessee

    4237442730

    Local

    Law Enforcement

    https://www.cityofathenstn.com/team_athens/city_departments/police/index.php

    2024-15381

    2024-11-13

    Athens Police Department

    Brown

    Hazel

    Hazel

    Yes

    11/26/2025


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    Has anyone else noticed the peculiar timing of Barry's disappearance on 11/11/2024? I find it curiou... ...Read More
    12/15/2024
    Hey everyone, I’ve been following Barry Raper’s case and can’t shake off this thought about hi... ...Read More
    12/13/2024
    Hey everyone,
    I was reading about Barry Raper's case, and something's been on my mind. Has there ... ...Read More
    12/12/2024
    Does anyone else think it's odd that Barry sent a text saying he was stuck in Sweetwater? The timeli... ...Read More
    12/10/2024
    Hey everyone, I've been following Barry Raper’s case, and something popped out to me that I haven'... ...Read More
    11/22/2024
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