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Thomas Burns Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lakeland, Florida on Jan 20, 2026

Victim Details

Jan 20, 2026

Jan 29, 2026

Thomas

Burns

86

86

68 inches

146 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 20, 2026

Lakeland

Florida

Polk County

33810

No

184776

Polk County Sheriff's Office

Winter Haven

Florida

Polk County

33880

Skyler Teal

Detective

1891 Jim Keene Boulevard, Florida

8632986834

County

Law Enforcement

PK26-2662

Polk County Sheriff's Office

Bald

Blue

Blue

Yes

08/16/2026


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On the morning of January 20, 2026, concern grew for 86-year-old Thomas Burns in Lakeland, Florida. Mr. Burns, a male resident of the Polk County community, was last seen at his home at approximately 8:40 AM. On that winter day, he was dressed in tan pants, a flannel shirt, a blue jacket, and black shoes. His sudden and unexpected disappearance from his residence prompted his case to be reported to law enforcement, sparking an immediate investigation into his whereabouts.

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Last Seen: Jan 20, 2026

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP154339 - Office of Justice Programs
  • THOMAS BURNS Missing Person Flyer | Lakeland, FL | CaseTrace

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