Johnson City, Tennessee – A Silver Alert has been issued for 86-year-old Arthur Bruce, a resident of Johnson City, Tennessee, who has been missing since August 11, 2024. Arthur Bruce, a U.S. Navy veteran, was last seen in the area, and authorities are concerned for his safety due to a medical condition that could impair his ability to return home without assistance.
Arthur is described as 5’3" tall, weighing 140 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. He has a distinctive U.S. Navy tattoo on his arm, which may help in identifying him. Authorities believe he may be traveling in a 2024 gray Ford Ranger with Tennessee temporary tags (QH9YN1V8).
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Carter County Sheriff’s Office are actively involved in the search. The public is urged to contact the Carter County Sheriff’s Office at 423-542-1845 or TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND if they have any information regarding Arthur’s whereabouts.
The news of Arthur Bruce’s disappearance has sparked concern across the community and social media. Many have taken to Facebook to express their hopes for his safe return. Wanda Barnett commented, "Hope he is found safe," while Brenda Tunnell shared the alert in Boone, N.C., adding, "Prayers he is found safe and well." Beverly Kitts also echoed the sentiment, "Prayers he is found safe and Iām sharing in Knox County."
As the search for Arthur Bruce continues, the community is coming together, sharing the alert far and wide, and offering prayers for his safe return.