Tony Metcalf Missing Person Case

Jan 28, 2026

Jan 28, 2026

Tony

Metcalf

17

15

White / Caucasian

Male

In the late spring of 2024, a 14-year-old boy named Tony Metcalf vanished from his home in Nashville, Tennessee, leaving his family and community enveloped in a state of desperate uncertainty. Tony was last seen on May 27, 2024, a date that marks the beginning of a heart-wrenching search for the teenager. Standing at 5 feet 4 inches and weighing 110 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes, Tony was a familiar and beloved figure in his neighborhood. Known for his cheerful personality and a love for the outdoors, his disappearance has created a void in the lives of those who know him. On the day he went missing, he reportedly told his parents he was heading to a local park to meet with friends. He left his home without any personal belongings, and his family is adamant that he had no intention of leaving town. The search for Tony began immediately after he failed to return home that evening, but the initial efforts yielded no clues as to his whereabouts. Neighbors recalled seeing him walking in the direction of the park, but no one witnessed what happened to him after that. The mystery of his disappearance has left a trail of unanswered questions for law enforcement and his loved ones. Friends describe Tony as a kind and funny teenager who was always willing to lend a hand and dreamed of becoming a wildlife photographer. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Metro Nashville Police Department are actively involved in the search, urging anyone with information to come forward. The tragic circumstances of Tony's case are compounded by immense family turmoil. In the months following his disappearance, his older brother tragically took his own life. This devastating event led to the arrest of their mother, Tabitha Ward, on multiple criminal charges, including criminally negligent homicide and aggravated child endangerment. These events unfolded after she had reportedly lost custody of her two sons in May of 2024. While his mother faces these serious legal issues, the whereabouts of Tony Metcalf remain unknown, and his case stands as a deeply troubling and unresolved mystery. The search for him continues, fueled by the hope of his community and the dedication of law enforcement who are piecing together the fractured timeline of his life in the hopes of bringing him home.

May 22, 2024

Nashville

Tennessee

06/16/2026