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Missing Oak Ridge Man Found Dead Monday

Sep 23, 2024 | 6:33 PM

The TBI says an Oak Ridge man at the center of a Silver Alert issued on Saturday has been found deceased.

The body of 63-year-old John Thomas was discovered Monday.

The Oak Ridge Police Department said Thomas was reported missing on Thursday, September 19th after last being seen leaving for work towards Knoxville.

When the Silver Alert was issued the TBI said Mr. Thomas had a medical condition that may have impaired his ability to return safely without assistance.

How he was found and the cause of his death was not immediately released. (Photo courtesy TBI)