Shenandoah National Park Rangers Seek Help Locating Missing Man

Michael “Deric” Bennet (National Center for Missing and Endangered)

LURAY, Va. — Officials in Shenandoah National Park are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man last seen in Centreville.

Michael “Deric” Bennet, 42, is 6’0” tall, 190 lbs. He has a dragon skeleton tattoo on his back and tribal print tattoos on his shoulders. He was last seen February 27, 2025.

Coworkers believe he may be hiking the Appalachian Trail.

If you believe you may have seen Mr. Bennet, please call 1-540-999-3422.

(Shenandoah National Park – National Park Service)

Each year, millions visit Shenandoah National Park, which includes the 105-mile Skyline Drive and 75 designated scenic overlooks. The park also includes established campgrounds and 101 miles of the famed Appalachian Trail, on which visitors hike and often overnight camp.

Luray, Virginia is home to Shenandoah National Park Headquarters.


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