Rusty Meye, 59, was last seen in Vero Beach, Florida, on October 11, 2020, at about 4:00 p.m. He left his home on 69th Street and did not take his phone, wallet, or keys, which was out of character and prompted the missing-person report. Rusty walked with a limp from a foot injury and multiple surgeries and has distinctive tattoos: a lion on his upper right arm and an eagle with an American flag on his upper back.

Rusty had been coping with depression and substance abuse issues that his disability had worsened, but had reportedly been working to stop drinking and reduce medication before he disappeared. His case has been treated as suspicious because he would not normally leave without warning. The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office and volunteer search groups including Pink Justice have conducted searches and investigations but have found no significant leads.

Anyone who saw Rusty on or after October 11, 2020, or who has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office.