Kevin Jason Shurling, 34, disappeared from McRae, Georgia after a routine day was interrupted by a family argument on September 29, 2016. He lived primarily between his mother’s home and his grandparents’ residence and had diagnosed schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. After the argument with his grandmother that morning, his grandfather drove him and dropped him off near the local health department; that was the last confirmed sighting by family.

A search was launched after he was reported missing, reportedly by a girlfriend, including foot searches and a helicopter; investigators recovered a tote bag with some of Shurling’s clothing on Long Bridge Road, a detail the family disputes. Beyond that find the search produced no further leads, and the investigation by the McRae-Helena Police Department petered out after two days according to the family. Kevin’s mother, Jacqueline Wise, and his cousin, Missy Hart, believe he was the victim of foul play and have asked for broader resources to be involved.

The case remains open but cold with no new leads. Anyone who knew Kevin, saw him in McRae after September 29, 2016, or has information about the tote bag or his movements that day is asked to contact the McRae-Helena Police Department.