{"id":41260,"date":"2026-02-19T00:46:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T00:46:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=41260"},"modified":"2026-02-19T00:46:49","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T00:46:49","slug":"update-17-year-old-hannah-thomas-missing-last-seen-with-gavin-owensby-family-and-authorities-searching-for-answers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=41260","title":{"rendered":"UPDATE: 17-Year-Old Hannah Thomas Missing \u2013 Last Seen with Gavin Owensby, Family and Authorities Searching for Answers"},"content":{"rendered":"

The search for 17-year-old Hannah Thomas, who has been missing since February 13, 2026, from Dalton, Georgia, continues to intensify as new details emerge. Despite the tireless efforts of Hannah\u2019s family and local authorities, Hannah remains unaccounted for, and her disappearance has taken a more complex turn. Authorities are also investigating the whereabouts of Gavin Owensby, who was previously reported missing from Memphis, Tennessee, and is believed to be with Hannah.<\/p>\n

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Hannah was last seen leaving her residence on Vann Circle in Dalton, Georgia, in the early hours of February 13. Around 5:45 p.m. that same day, Hannah\u2019s phone pinged in a location just five minutes from I-75, sparking hopes that she might still be nearby. However, despite her family\u2019s search efforts, they have found no trace of her, and her phone has since been powered off, adding to the growing concern. Gavin Owensby, who has been missing since February 12, 2026, may also be traveling with Hannah, raising even more questions as to what has transpired in the days following their disappearances.<\/p>\n

Authorities are working with both the Dalton Police Department and Knoxville officials to piece together the puzzle. While Gavin has not yet been officially reported as missing from his home in Knoxville, Tennessee, the fact that he has not returned home and that both he and Hannah\u2019s phones are off has raised significant alarm among their families and the community. The connection between the two teens and the fact that they may be together has only deepened the mystery surrounding their disappearances.<\/p>\n

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Hannah\u2019s family is pleading for help from the community. They have expressed deep concern and are doing everything they can to locate their daughter, but they need the public\u2019s assistance. Any information, no matter how small it may seem, could be vital in locating Hannah and bringing her home safely.<\/p>\n

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    Age:<\/strong>\u00a017<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Height:<\/strong>\u00a05\u20191\u2033<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Weight:<\/strong>\u00a0125 lbs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Hair:<\/strong>\u00a0Brown<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Eyes:<\/strong>\u00a0Blue<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Hannah\u2019s family has made a desperate call for any leads that might help locate her. They can be reached directly at\u00a0706-980-8951<\/strong>, or you can contact the\u00a0Dalton Police Department<\/strong>\u00a0for assistance in locating her.<\/p>\n

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    As the investigation continues, authorities are piecing together the timeline and details of both Hannah and Gavin\u2019s last known locations. Gavin\u2019s sudden disappearance after leaving his home in Knoxville on February 12 has raised more questions, as there is concern that the two may be traveling together or even in danger.<\/p>\n

    Urgent Plea for Help<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The disappearance of two young people, especially under such mysterious circumstances, has created a ripple of concern across both communities. While Hannah\u2019s family remains hopeful, they are asking for any tip or detail that could help bring their daughter back. Their emotional plea is clear:\u00a0don\u2019t turn away from this<\/strong>,\u00a0share this story<\/strong>, and\u00a0help find Hannah Thomas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    The disappearance of a teenager is never easy to handle, and in this case, the added element of Gavin\u2019s disappearance only heightens the urgency. If you or anyone you know has seen anything suspicious or has information regarding Hannah\u2019s whereabouts, please immediately contact the Dalton Police Department or reach out to the family directly.<\/p>\n

    The investigation continues, and both law enforcement and the families are desperately seeking the truth. In moments like this, it is the collective power of a community that can make all the difference in finding answers. Every share, every phone call, every detail matters. Let\u2019s help bring Hannah and Gavin home safely.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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