Clifton Smith Missing Person Case

Apr 11, 2023

Apr 13, 2023

Clifton

Smith

60

57

66 inches

155 lbs

Black / African American

Male

On February 9, 2023, 57-year-old Clifton Charles Smith was seen for the last time as he walked away from his daughter's home in Cedar Hill, Texas. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a gold and brown jacket, a red shirt, black pants, and black shoes. Smith is a Black male with brown eyes and black hair, which he was known to wear in an afro style. He also sometimes goes by the nickname "CC". This was not the first time Clifton had wandered off. On two prior occasions, he had left and walked to Dallas, where family members were able to find him. Complicating the search, his family had recently moved from the South Dallas area where he had previously lived and been located. This change of residence created new challenges for his loved ones trying to anticipate his possible destinations. The Cedar Hill Police Department is investigating Clifton Smith's disappearance. His case is a poignant reminder of the uncertainties and fears that families of missing persons endure. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance, particularly his history of wandering and the family's recent move, create a complex situation for both his family and law enforcement. The overview of this case highlights a vulnerable individual who has gone missing, and the ongoing efforts to bring him home safely.

Feb 09, 2023

Cedar Hill

Texas

Dallas County

75104

No

124458

Cedar Hill Police Department

Cedar Hill

Texas

Dallas County

75104

Benjamin Schar

Detective

285 Uptown Boulevard Building 200, Texas

9722915181

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.cedarhilltx.com/96/Police

230211011

2023-02-11

Cedar Hill Police Department

2098

Black

Brown

Brown

09/15/2026