Missing Joaquin Man Sought By Sheriff's Department Located

February 8, 2021 - The Shelby County Sheriff's Department reports Barrett has been located safely and was found in Arkansas.


February 5, 2021 - The Shelby County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the assistance of the public in locating a missing elderly man.

Thurman Barrett, of Joaquin, is described as an 84-year-old white male. He has gray hair, blue eyes, 5’8” and weighs approximately 200 pounds.

Barrett was last seen Thursday, January, 28, 2021 between the hours of 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Williams Landing/Woodland Shores area in Joaquin. He was driving a 1997 Chevrolet extended pickup with Texas plate HVB6036. The pictured vehicle is a stock photo of what Barrett's vehicle looks like. This is not the actual vehicle.

It is requested that if you see Barrett, DO NOT approach him. He may be in possession of a firearm(s).

If you know the whereabouts of Barrett or may have seen him, you are asked to contact the SCSO at (936) 598-5601 and provide the location.