David Byron Brown was 39 when he was last seen by his mother in Alcoa, Tennessee, on the morning of February 12, 2004. He left his home on West Newcomen Street on foot around 10:00 a.m. and did not return. At disappearance he was believed to be wearing blue jeans, a hooded sweatshirt, and tennis shoes. He is Black, with black hair, brown eyes and a scar on his left calf, and was known by the nickname Bella.

A missing person report was filed with the Alcoa Police Department on February 20, 2004. Investigators have noted an extensive criminal history for Brown and say they suspect foul play may have been involved, though the case remains unsolved and the file is still with the department.

If anyone knew David, his routine, or saw him in Alcoa on February 12, 2004, please contact the Alcoa Police Department with any information.