Public’s Help Needed After Missing Man’s Car Discovered in Texarkana

Authorities are asking for the public’s help as the search continues for 73-year-old Johnny Hamilton, who was last seen on January 5 at his home in Rodessa, Louisiana. Hamilton was reported missing to the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, and a Silver Alert was issued. Johnny is 5'11' 180 pounds and has grey/white hair and brown eyes.

Missing L.A. Man's Vehicle Located in Texarkana

On Wednesday, February 18, the Texarkana, Arkansas, Police Department posted on their Facebook page that they were alerted to a vehicle discovered in a creek near Roberts and Dudley. Turns out the vehicle belonged to Hamilton, but he was not found in the vehicle.

Search Efforts for Johnny Hamilton in the Area Have Concluded

TAPD worked with state and local agencies in a search of the area, but they found nothing.

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Authorities are asking for the Public's Help in Texarkana

it was announced that the Search and Rescue crews concluded their search for Johnny Hamilton in the area around the creek where Mr. Hamilton's truck was found. Mr. Hamilton has still not been found.

Authorities are urging the public to stay alert and report any sightings or information on Hamilton and his whereabouts. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police immediately at (903) 798-3154 or to call 911.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Police would like to thank the agencies that have been helping in the case, including the Miller County Office of Emergency Management, Miller County Search and Rescue, Bowie County Search and Rescue, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.