When a man vanishes from small-town Virginia without a trace, investigators face the most perplexing case of their careers. The enduring mystery of the whereabouts of a loving son and father is explored in this episode of Last Seen Alive.
Israel Smith was 28-years-old when he was last seen alive in Wytheville, Virginia in 2008. He remains missing. Image source: family photo.Israel resided alone in a small apartment on East Fulton St. When dispatched to perform a welfare check, officers found his residence with the door partially open, and his unlocked vehicle parked outside. Image source: Google Maps.Israel was a loving son and father. He was particularly close to his son, who was only 7-years-old at the time of his disappearance. Investigators agree with Israel’s loved ones, who are certain he would never have voluntarily abandoned his son. Image source: family photo.Years have passed since Israel’s disappearance, and his loved ones have yet to receive answers. Investigators are in need of tips from the public. Image source: Smyth County News Messenger.
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