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Jan 27, 2026
Feb 03, 2026
Garrett
Lamb
22
22
70 inches
130 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
In the small city of Marietta, Ohio, a community was left with lingering questions and a sense of unease following the disappearance of 22-year-old Garrett James Lamb. He was last seen at his home late in the evening on what is reported as January 4, 2026. Just prior to his disappearance, he engaged in the unusual act of cutting his own hair and beard. This detail, among others, has contributed to the deep concern for his well-being shared by his family and law enforcement. Garrett is described as a white male, standing at 5-foot-10 and weighing around 130 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. When he was last seen, it is believed he was wearing a long, brownish-gray overcoat, and possibly a blue and grey knit beanie. The circumstances surrounding Garrett's disappearance are particularly worrying to those who know him. He has a known fascination with water and is an avid hiker, which opens up a wide and challenging terrain for search efforts. Authorities have indicated that he may be unable to properly care for himself and is in need of medication. His behavior has been described as potentially variable; he might come across as very talkative and outgoing, or he could appear scared and be non-verbal. This unpredictability adds another layer of complexity to the search, as his interactions with any potential witnesses could differ greatly. The Marietta Police Department has been actively investigating his case and has reached out to the public for any information that might lead to his whereabouts. In the time since he was last seen, efforts to locate Garrett have extended beyond his hometown. There has been speculation that he may be on the Appalachian Trail, possibly hiking northbound through Tennessee or near the North Carolina border. This theory has broadened the scope of the search significantly, engaging communities and individuals far from Ohio. The police have released recent photos of Garrett, as well as computer-generated images to show what he might look like with shorter hair or without a beard, in the hopes that someone will recognize him. The case of Garrett Lamb is a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the profound impact a single person's absence can have on a community. The unusual details of his departure from home, combined with his personal interests and health needs, have created a complex and distressing situation for all involved.
Jan 04, 2026
Marietta
Ohio
Washington County
45750
No
185927
Marietta Police Department
Marietta
Ohio
Washington County
45750
301 Putnam Street, Ohio
7403762007
Local
Law Enforcement
26-000236
2026-01-05
Marietta Police Department
Brown
Hazel
Hazel
05/15/2026
