Teresa Lynn Gibson

Entered by Joss Leal

Case Details

Teresa Lynn Gibson attended a field trip with at least 30 of her classmates in the Great Smoky Mountains on October 8, 1976. From Clingmans Dome, they were going to hike 1.8 miles to Andrew’s Bald Trail.

Once everyone would arrive at the trail, the students were allowed to separate into small groups depending on how fast they wanted to hike. Only one teacher was supervising all the students.

At around 3 pm, near Clingmans Dome, some of her classmates said Teresa left the trail to inspect something she saw. That was the last time she was seen. Search efforts to find Gibson included helicopters and dog teams, but she was never found.

Distinguishing Marks

Not Available

Profession / Education

Investigative Details

Foul Play Suspected: Unknown / Undisclosed
Suicide Suspected: Unknown / Undisclosed
Cause of Death: Not Applicable

Significant Dates

Reported Missing: Friday, October 8, 1976 (48 years ago)
Date Found: No Date Available

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Points of Interest

POIs

Near Clingmans Dome

Last Known Location

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Monday, January 8, 2024 (1 year ago)

Missing NPF Public Identification Number (MPID) 10087

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