Missing Joaquin Man Found Safe

February 27, 2024 - (Update: 3:37pm) The Sheriff's Office reports Yount has been found and is safe. Additional details have not been provided relating to where he was located.


The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Jerry Yount, 69, of Joaquin. Yount is described as a white male, 5’9, 225 pounds, with green eyes. Yount was last seen February 16, 2024 on Marshall Street in Joaquin.

Yount is believed to be driving a white 2018 Kia Forte, bearing Texas plate LBF 0411. It was reported to the SCSO that Yount suffers from dementia.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Yount is urged to contact the SCSO immediately at 936-598-5601.