Cory Christopher Schroeder, known to family as Stretch, was last seen May 21, 2019, in Benton, Arkansas, one day before his 45th birthday. A friend reportedly dropped him off near the Avilla Grocery Store. He was wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and carrying a black and red backpack. Just before he disappeared he posted on Facebook, Going to be leaving Facebook in a few days.. Going on a new adventure, a message his family found cryptic.

Cory’s sister Charish describes him as a goofy, kind-hearted father and a gentle giant at 6 feet 8 inches. His case is with the Saline County Sheriff’s Office and listed in NamUs; distinctive tattoos include an 8-ball on his right upper arm, an infinity symbol with the names Aiden & Holly on his left upper arm, and DMH across his chest, plus scars on both arms and wrists. His family says it was out of character for him not to show up for his birthday.

Does anyone in the Benton area remember seeing Cory near Avilla Grocery Store on or after May 21, 2019, or have other information that could help his family?