Christopher Tracy Hafley, 68, was last seen December 12, 2021, in the vicinity of Butler Lake Road in northern Elmore County, Alabama. A resident of the 400 block of Butler Lake Road, he was described as a white male about 6 feet 1 inch tall, 190 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes. When last seen he reportedly wore blue jeans and a button-up shirt.

Known locally for walking long distances, concern grew when he did not return. Law enforcement worried he might have a condition affecting his judgment. Multiple agencies from Elmore, Autauga and Montgomery counties joined searches focused on a heavily wooded area southwest of Equality. At least 40 searchers, K-9 teams and an ALEA helicopter searched the rural terrain but no trace was found; some tips were received but did not lead to a breakthrough.

Authorities noted a prior incident in which Hafley was found in the Opelika area, which underscored the possibility he could travel far on foot or after accepting a ride. Active search efforts eventually wound down and the case remains open. If anyone saw Christopher Hafley in December 2021 or has information about his movements, please share what is known with the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office.