Missing Texas man may be in Kansas

1 February 2024

21-year-old Yancy Lee Watts, courtesy Spearman, TX Police

DIGHTON, Kan. (KSNW) — A 21-year-old Texas man who has been listed as missing and endangered may be in Kansas.

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office has shared information from Spearman, Texas Police saying family members have filed a missing report after expressing concerns for the safety of Yancy Lee Watts.

The department says Watts has a history of leaving home on foot without identification, money, food, or water. They believe he has recently been in Kearny County, Kansas, outside of Lakin.


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Watts is described as being 5’10” tall, weighing approximately 165 lbs, with blonde hair, blue eyes, and a light complexion. Anyone who may have seen Watts or who has any information about his location is asked to contact their local law enforcement agency.

You can also contact the Spearman Police at (806) 659-3707.

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