KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Smithville Police Department and Missouri State Highway Patrol are searching a Northland pond in connection with the disappearance of a man who was last seen over three years ago.
The police department said the search was initiated after receiving a tip about the disappearance of Ryan Weeks, who was last seen leaving a business on Febuary 27, 2022.
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“The Highway Patrol’s dive team is conducting a methodical search of the water,” the police department said in a news release.
“The area is secured and closed to the public while teams work.”
Residents are asked to avoid the area.
“Our focus is to find answers for the family and our community,” Police Chief Jason Lockridge said in a news release.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Smithville Police Department at (816) 858-5321. You can also email tips to [email protected].
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