The Maryville Police Department continues its search for 16-year-old Joshua Howton, who has been missing since April 21, the department confirmed. Howton, identified as a white male with blonde hair and brown eyes, stands 6 feet tall, and weighs around 185 pounds. According to a WVLT report, he was last seen wearing a black hat, glasses, a green hoodie, and black jeans.

In a statement, the Maryville Police shared that they are eager to quickly locate Howton and reunite him with his family. The department has urged the public to actively look for and report any potential leads. "Anyone with information regarding Howton's whereabouts is asked to call 911 or Lt. Davis at 865-273-3873," the Maryville Police Department stated on Facebook.

The call for public assistance in locating Howton has been consistent since his disappearance. Specific details about Howton's last known location or activities before his disappearance haven't been provided by the authorities. The police have not released whether they suspect foul play in the case or if the teen left of his own volition.

Community members have begun to voice their concerns, sharing the information on social media in hopes of garnering leads. The Maryville Police, determined to find the teen, continue to release descriptions and updates across various platforms. In a similar effort to spread the word, WATE echoed the police's description of Howton, underlining the clothing he was last seen wearing—a black cap, glasses, a green hoodie, and black jeans.

As days pass without new information, the urgency of the situation intensifies, with law enforcement and community members alike holding onto hope that Joshua Howton will be found safe and brought back home.