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One year has passed since the mysterious disappearance of Tia Thacker in Beaufort, South Carolina. That fateful day was April 4, 2024, and Tia was only 14 years old when she went missing. Described as 5 feet tall with brown eyes and black hair, her family and local authorities continue to seek any information on her whereabouts. Efforts are ongoing as the Sheriff’s Office works with federal agencies to explore theories on her possible location.

Beaufort, South Carolina: One Year Since Disappearance of Teen Tia Thacker

Tia Thacker has been missing for one year, raising ongoing concerns within the Beaufort community. She was last seen on April 4, 2024, when she was just 14 years old.

Described as 5 feet tall and weighing 114 pounds, Tia has brown eyes and black hair. She may be known by the first name “Symonee” or the last name “Martin.”

Despite her absence, some family members claim to have been in contact with Tia over the past year. The case remains active according to Lieutenant Daniel Allen of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, who assures the public that efforts to locate her are ongoing.

The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with both the Federal Bureau of Investigations and the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division. Investigators are exploring various theories about Tia’s possible location:

• She may still be in or around Beaufort, South Carolina.
• There is speculation she may have traveled to Douglasville, Georgia, located less than 25 miles from Atlanta.
• Another theory suggests she could have moved to surrounding states.

Tia has not been sighted since her disappearance was reported a year ago, and her mother has expressed deep concern for her daughter’s safety. She remains committed to the search, stating, “I love you and I will never stop searching for you.”

Authorities urge anyone with information about Tia’s whereabouts to reach out:

• Contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678.
• Or the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office at 1-843-524-2777.

Community members are encouraged to assist in the ongoing search for Tia Thacker.

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• Live 5 News: Nonprofit Marks 1 Year Since Beaufort Teen Disappeared
• Wikipedia: Missing Person
• WJCL: Tia Thacker Beaufort Missing Girl
• Google Search: Tia Thacker Missing
• Live 5 News: Beaufort County Deputies Searching for Missing Teen
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Missing Person
• WTOC: Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help Locating Runaway Teen