Richard Edward McCrary was last seen on December 27, 1999, in Sumter County, South Carolina. At about 4:00 p.m. he was observed walking into a wooded area near the intersection of Highway 521 and Ellerbee Mill Road in Rembert. His family reported him missing and a search and investigation followed.

He was 40 at the time, described as a Black male, 5 feet 9 inches and about 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Family members say he was on medication and may have been disoriented when he walked into the woods. He was last seen wearing a navy blue hooded coat. The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office continues to list him as missing.

Few tangible leads have been reported and the circumstances of his disappearance remain unresolved. If anyone knew Richard, saw him that day, or has information about his movements near Highway 521 and Ellerbee Mill Road, please come forward.