Brandon Lee Schmadeka, 45, was last seen in Wytheville, Virginia, on December 13, 2023, the day he was due to start a new job but never arrived. He had moved to the Wytheville area about a month earlier and was living in a tent at the time. He has not been seen or heard from since.

Brandon is described as a white male, 6 feet 3 inches tall, about 190 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. When last seen he wore a gray or tan button-down shirt, matching slacks, black dress shoes, and carried a black and gray backpack. He has a medical condition that requires medication, which investigators say increases concern for his welfare.

The Wythe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating and has asked the public for help. If anyone knew Brandon, his movements in Wytheville, or has information about the backpack or his plans that day, please come forward.