Justin Lowe Missing Person Case

Jun 20, 2022

May 17, 2024

Justin

Lowe

42

40

71 inches

72 inches

190 lbs

200 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

In the small community of Pioneer, Tennessee, a family's life was forever altered on May 5, 2022. On that day, 40-year-old Justin Wayne Lowe told his wife he would be back in an hour, but he never returned. He was last seen near the Widows Lane area, wearing a white t-shirt, khaki shorts, and tennis shoes. Carrying a green camouflage backpack, Justin vanished, leaving behind a profound and agonizing mystery for his loved ones and the tight-knit Scott County community. In the days that followed, the Scott County Sheriff's Office was notified and began an investigation, but details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance remained scarce. As weeks turned into months, the search for Justin continued, though no significant leads emerged. His case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), a national database for missing persons, ensuring his information was accessible to law enforcement agencies across the country. The community held onto hope, sharing his story and praying for his safe return. The pain of not knowing his whereabouts was a heavy burden for his family, who were left to wonder what could have happened in that short hour he was supposed to be gone. Tragically, the long and desperate search came to a heartbreaking end in early 2026. On February 28, human remains were discovered by hunters in the Ditney Mountain area of Pioneer. A short time later, on March 5, the Scott County Sheriff's Office confirmed the remains were positively identified as those of Justin Lowe. The devastating news brought a painful closure to his family and all who had hoped for a different outcome. The Scott County Sheriff's Office extended their deepest condolences to his loved ones as they navigated the difficult process of grieving. Justin Lowe, a man who enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his children and family, was remembered by those who knew and loved him. His case, which began with a simple statement of "I'll be back in an hour," concluded with a sorrowful discovery that left a community in mourning.

May 05, 2022

Pioneer

Tennessee

Scott County

37847

No

116661

Scott County Sheriff's Office

Huntsville

Tennessee

Scott County

37756

LISA ANDERSON

Detective

575 Scott High Drive, Tennessee

4236633111

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.scottcounty.com/government/sheriffs-department/

313120

2022-05-08

Scott County Sheriff's Office

na

Brown

Brown

Brown

07/08/2026