Missing Since: 2008-09-14 Location: Cleveland, Tennessee
Payne was last seen collecting cans from a dumpster at the Ocoee Village Apartments in Cleveland, Tennessee on September 14, 2008. He was accompanied by his dog, a Jack Russell Terrier. A photo of the dog is posted with this case summary. He has never been heard from again. Payne lived off Lowery Street in Bradley County, Tennessee at the time of his disappearance. The windows and doors at his home were left open, and his cellular phone has been turned off since he went missing. Later in the day on September 14, Payne’s dog was found dead on Highway 64. It had been struck by a car. Payne enjoys camping and fishing. He frequently fished in Price Creek, which is part of the Hiwassee River. He does not drive and he wasn’t carrying any identification at the time of his disappearance. He frequently walked along with his dog picking up cans to turn in for cash. His wheelbarrow, which he used to carry the cans, was found parked near where he was last seen. Payne’s loved ones believe he is deceased. His case remains unsolved. Investigating Agency Bradley County Sheriff’s Office 423-728-7336 Source Information Project Jason WRCB TV 3 News Channel 9 Bradley County Sheriff’s Office Someone is Missing NamUs The Cleveland Daily Banner Updated 4 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated October 4, 2010; medical conditions added, details of disappearance updated.