JPD still searching for Tracy Pickett after 28 years

The Joplin Police Department is requesting public assistance in obtaining information related to the missing persons case of Tracy A. Pickett. Tracy was reported missing August 12, 1992. Over the past 28 years, Investigators have followed up on numerous leads and tips to try and solve this case. As another anniversary of the disappearance approaches, we strongly encourage anyone in the community who has any information to come forward. 

Tracy Pickett was 14 when she disappeared. She is a white female with blonde hair and green eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighed 115 pounds. 

On August 11, 1992, Tracy Pickett spent the night at a friend’s residence in Webb City, Missouri. On the morning of August 12, 1992, another guest offered to take her to her home in Joplin. The subject claimed he dropped Tracy off safely near a pawnshop in Joplin. Tracy has never been heard from again. It is believed Tracy disappeared involuntarily. 

Tips/Information on case 

Contact: Captain Nick Jimenez 

417-623-3131 ext 676 

Media Inquiries 

Contact: Captain William Davis 

417-623-3131 ext 446