Gabriella Smith

Found Deceased

Daniel Boone National Forest
Daniel Boone National Forest

About Gabriella Smith's case

According to WDRB,

Smith went hiking at Red River Gorge on Monday, May 3, 2021, in an effort to break in a new pair of hiking boots and to get in shape for a future hiking trip with friends.

When Smith’s family lost contact with her, she was reported missing on Tuesday, May 4, 2021.

Rescue teams, including Powell County Search & Rescue, the Wolfe County Search & Rescue Team and the Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department, scrambled on Tuesday to find Smith after she was reported missing.

Personal Characteristics

Age / Ethnicity

Gender / Hair / Eyes

Distinguishing Marks

Not Available

Profession / Education

Height / Weight

Not Available

Activity

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Points of Interest

POIs

Auxier Ridge

Body Found

Investigative Details

Foul Play Suspected: No
Suicide Suspected: No
Cause of Death: Accident - Fall

Significant Dates

Reported Missing: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 (3 years ago)
Date Found: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 (3 years ago)

Entities

Powell County Search & Rescue

Private Organization

Wolfe County Search & Rescue

Private Organization

Administrative Details

Monday, January 8, 2024 (7 months ago)

Missing NPF Public Identification Number (MPID) 10299

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