
The person at the center of this case
Dudley Truett Scott
Justice for Dudley Truett Scott — the trail went cold in 1994, but the truth hasn't.
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Dudley has severe Down syndrome and is mute—how would he communicate if found or encountered by someone unfamiliar with his condition?
He carries a homemade identification card, two wallets, and a red Swiss army knife—have these items ever been located?
Medications are critical to his health and prevent disorientation and seizures—did he have access to his medications after disappearing?
Dudley Truett Scott, a 52-year-old man with severe Down syndrome who is mute and dependent on medications, disappeared on December 16, 1994, in Splendora, Texas. His condition makes him vulnerable, as missing his medications can cause disorientation and seizures. Despite decades of investigation by the Texas Department of Public Safety, his whereabouts remain unknown and any information could be crucial to locating him.
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Any sightings of a 5-foot man in blue coveralls and brown boots in the Splendora area since December 1994 could be significant.
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NamUs case MP9051. Missing person: Dudley Truett Scott.
Last known contact: 1994-12-16 in Splendora, Montgomery, TX. Circumstances: Dudley has severe Downs Syndrome, is mute and is on medications which when not taken may cause disorientation and seizures Demographics: 52 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 0 in, 140 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Blue. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: He carries with him a homemade identification card, two wallets and a red Swiss army knife.; Clothing: Blue boxer shorts, blue short sleeved coveralls; Footwear: brown lace up boots.
Investigating agency: Texas Department of Public Safety.
Dudley Truett Scott was last known to be in contact in Splendora, Montgomery County, Texas. He is a 52-year-old male with severe Down syndrome who is mute and requires medications.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.