MISSING: Community continues to look for Rusk man

Last seen Dec. 2, 2025, by his family, the search for James David Blount, 57, of Rusk, continued Dec. 9, with Rusk police seeking information regarding sightings of Blount.

His vehicle was located Dec. 6 at the Neches River on US Highway 84, at the Cherokee-Anderson County line, with Blount nowhere in sight.

He is 5’9” and weighs approximately 200 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes. No know illnesses or distinguishing marks/tattoos have been reported. 

Contact Rusk Police Department, 903-683-2677, or 9-1-1 with any information about Blount’s whereabouts.