Corey Dean Williams, 30, of La Porte, Texas, has been missing since the early hours of July 27, 2022. He was last seen leaving a friend’s house in Gilmer at about midnight. The following day his white 1995 Mercury Cougar was found abandoned near Azalea Road, east of Gilmer, roughly five miles from where he was last seen. The car appeared stuck in sand and its ignition had been tampered with.

Items found in the vehicle prompted investigators to suspect drug use may have played a role, and authorities describe the circumstances as suspicious. Searches using drones with heat sensors, K9 units, private cadaver dogs, and volunteer teams including a mounted search unit turned up no trace of Williams. His family and law enforcement continue to seek information and ask anyone with details to contact the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office.

If anyone knew Corey, saw him on July 27, 2022, or noticed the Cougar near Azalea Road, can you share what you remember?