Tyress Gipson was 18 when he was last seen in Jacksonville, Texas, on the evening of August 22, 2020. He told his mother he was going out for the evening, possibly to a party in Palestine, Texas, and did not return the next day; his family reported him missing. A recent high school graduate who played football and stayed close to his family, Tyress’s disappearance prompted searches by relatives, volunteers and a visible social media campaign.

Four people from Palestine — Derrick Hicks, Breonna Jimenez, Jermaryon Lane and Cameron Shead — were arrested and charged with aggravated kidnapping. Charges against Shead were later upgraded to capital murder amid suspicions of foul play.

The Jacksonville Police Department continues to investigate and the family is offering a reward for information. If anyone knew Tyress, his plans that night, or saw him in Jacksonville or Palestine on August 22–23, please come forward with what was seen or heard.