Minton Franklin Missing Person Case

Feb 07, 2023

Jun 13, 2023

Minton

Franklin

61

58

68 inches

140 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

In the city of Austin, Texas, a 58-year-old man named Minton Thomas Franklin vanished, leaving behind a life and a profound sense of uncertainty for those who knew him. He was last seen on November 26, 2022, in the vibrant and often bustling streets of the 78704 area of Austin. On the day he disappeared, Minton was wearing a layered outfit consisting of a black hooded sweatshirt, a red and black plaid long-sleeved shirt, and a brown jacket. He also had on dark-colored pants and was wearing an analog gold watch. His blond hair and blue eyes were familiar features to those who knew him, as was a receding hairline. Minton was a man of routine and known to frequent certain locations within the city. He was often seen at a homeless camp situated near the intersection of South Lamar and Barton Springs. Another regular spot for him was the 7-Eleven store located at 917 North Lamar. These places that were once a part of his daily life now hold the last known threads of his story. His case is considered to be that of an endangered missing person, a classification that underscores the serious concerns for his welfare and safety. The investigation into Minton's disappearance has been undertaken by the Austin Police Department. In the course of their inquiries, detectives followed up on a lead at the 7-Eleven on North Lamar, a place Minton frequented. This lead prompted a more thorough examination of the premises, and swabs were taken from red stains found near the location. In an effort to build a comprehensive profile for identification, DNA samples were also collected from Minton's brother. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and the search for answers continues. The overview of this case is one of a man who seemingly vanished from his familiar surroundings, leaving investigators to piece together the moments leading up to his disappearance in the hope of bringing him home.

Nov 26, 2022

Austin

Texas

Travis County

78704

No

123058

Austin Police Department

Austin

Texas

Travis County

78748

Guillermo Salinas

Detective

715 East 8th Street, Texas

5129745250

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.austintexas.gov/department/police

20225034690

2022-12-28

Austin Police Department

2226

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

09/25/2026