Search Underway for Missing 15-Year-Old in Knoxville

Knoxville, TN, October 7, 2025

News Summary

Authorities in Knoxville are actively seeking public assistance to locate 15-year-old Alexis Lamons, who was last seen near the Super 8 Motel close to Topgolf. Witnesses reported her entering a pickup truck believed to be a Chevrolet Silverado from 2007-2013. The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement is urging anyone with information to contact Det. Sgt. Brandon Baskette. This search comes shortly after the safe recovery of another missing young girl in the area, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in such cases.

Knoxville, Tennessee – The Greene County Criminal Investigations Department is seeking public assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl named Alexis Lamons. Alexis was last seen on September 27 at 4:25 p.m. near the Super 8 Motel close to Topgolf. Witnesses reported that she was seen getting into a pickup truck.

The vehicle in question is believed to be a 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado, which may have Knox County license plates and features a red plate on the front bumper. The driver of the pickup truck is described as a man. Authorities are urging anyone with information about her whereabouts to reach out to Det. Sgt. Brandon Baskette at 423-798-1800, ext. 1519.

This incident comes shortly after the successful recovery of a 13-year-old girl who had been reported missing from the Chicago Heights, Illinois area. She was located safely in Knoxville on August 20, following a tip from the Chicago Heights Police Department regarding a possible kidnapping situation. The girl was found at an apartment on West Parkway Avenue alongside a juvenile male and an adult female. The juvenile was arrested for harboring a runaway. The Knox County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) reiterated their commitment to child safety, commending their detectives for their swift action in this previous case.

In another unrelated incident, an 11-year-old girl named Brailynn Boshears was reported missing from her home on Crestview Street. However, she was found safe on March 18. At the time of her disappearance, Brailynn was described as approximately 5’2″ tall and weighing 90 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black Hello Kitty hoodie, black pants, and black shoes. The Knoxville Police Department encouraged the public to call 911 if they spotted her.

These ongoing investigations highlight the urgency and importance of community collaboration in locating missing children. Both the Greene County Criminal Investigations Department and the Knox County Sheriff’s Office are emphasizing their priorities regarding child safety and the ongoing efforts required to protect young individuals in the area.

Summary of Key Details

• Missing Person: Alexis Lamons, 15 years old
• Last Seen: September 27, 2023, at 4:25 p.m.
• Location: Super 8 Motel near Topgolf, Knoxville
• Vehicle Involved: 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado
• Driver Descprition: Male
• Contact for Information: Det. Sgt. Brandon Baskette at 423-798-1800, ext. 1519

Additional Context

The search for Alexis Lamons is part of broader efforts to locate missing children in the region. Recent successful recoveries, such as a 13-year-old girl from Chicago Heights and 11-year-old Brailynn Boshears, illustrate the need for ongoing vigilance and community involvement in such cases. Law enforcement agencies continuously encourage the public to report any information that could assist in bringing missing children home safely.

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• WATE: Knoxville Police Search for Missing 12-Year-Old Girl
• Google Search: Missing 12-Year-Old Girl Knoxville
• WBIR: Missing 13-Year-Old Found Safe in Knoxville
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Missing Children
• WATE: Knoxville Police Search for Missing 13-Year-Old Girl
• Google News: Missing Children Knoxville
• WATE: Knoxville Police Search for Missing 11-Year-Old
• Wikipedia: Missing Person
• WBIR: Brailynn Boshears Missing from Knoxville
• Google Scholar: Missing Children Knoxville

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