A Quiet Night Turns Mysterious

On the evening of October 23, 2018, Samuel Claude Gilbert, a 46-year-old father of two, left his apartment in Raleigh, North Carolina, and vanished without a trace. His two teenage sons were asleep, unaware that their father would not return. Gilbert left behind his wallet, keys, and Chevrolet Tahoe, taking only his cellphone. Surveillance footage captured him walking away from his apartment complex on Fairstead Drive, heading toward Crabtree Valley Mall .

A Man of Routine and Responsibility

Gilbert was known for his dedication to his family and career. He worked as a senior operations manager with the Association of International Certified Public Accountants in Durham and frequently traveled for work. A graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill, he had lived in Raleigh for about 14 years. Friends and family described him as a fitness enthusiast and a devoted father. His recent divorce in May 2018 was a significant life change, but those close to him reported that he seemed to be in good spirits in the days leading up to his disappearance ....Read More