Knox County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Missing Woman
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Knoxville, TN — The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 82-year-old woman.
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Maddie Brown was reported missing from the Golden View area of West Knoxville. She may have a medical condition that could inhibit her ability to return home safely.
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Ms. Brown was last seen wearing blue pajamas, no shoes, and carrying a blue blanket and a black jacket.
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Anyone who sees Ms. Brown or has information regarding her whereabouts is urged to call 911immediately or contact the Knox County Sheriff’s Office at (865) 215-2243.
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The Knox County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the public’s help in bringing Ms. Brown home safely. – Kimberly Glenn, Communications Director.
On July 20, 1985 the burned body of Betty Joyce Brown,aka Simmons, was found in the woods at 3805 Maloney Road in South Knox County. The 29 year old Austin-East graduate had been stabbed before being burned. Ms. Brown was last seen on July 14, 1985 between midnight and 1:00am in front of the Bread Box at Magnolia Ave and Spruce Street. It is believed that Ms. Brown was offered and accepted a ride from an unknown subject. Ms. Brown’s last know address was 2737 Tarleton Ave. Initial investigation indicated that when Ms. Brown’s body was found, she had been dead approximately 1 week. Family members described Ms. Brown as being a “very sweet and loving mother.”
If you have any information please call the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit at (865)-215-3520/3590 or e-mail coldcase@knoxsheriff.org.
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