The circumstances surrounding Jason Landry's disappearance remain unresolved, five years after the Texas State University student went missing. His family continues to seek information, and a vigil was held last night in his honor, according to FOX 7 Austin. Landry, 21, disappeared on December 13, 2020, while traveling home for winter break near Luling, Texas, after his car was found crashed. Despite extensive searches and the involvement of multiple law enforcement agencies, he has not been located.
KHOU reports that Landry's belongings, including his clothes, cell phone, and wallet, were found near the crash site, drawing attention but yielding no significant leads. Private investigator Colman Ryan, who became involved in the case several months after Landry's disappearance, stated, "They know where Jason is not," highlighting the extensive but unsuccessful efforts to locate him. This weekend, search teams plan to cover new areas in the hope of uncovering additional clues.
The early stages of the investigation, initially treated by highway patrol as a straightforward car crash, may have limited a full understanding of the case. "I think the investigative work in the beginning, I think that hampered the investigation this whole time, because you can't go back and recreate something you never had," Jason's father, Kent Landry, told FOX 7 Austin. Over the years, agencies including Texas Search and Rescue, the Texas Rangers, the Department of Public Safety, and the FBI have become involved in the ongoing investigation into the young man's disappearance.
Community efforts continue, with widespread volunteer participation and monthly search operations. Volunteer Cydni Lay shared with FOX 7 Austin, "But people have been found long after five years lots of times." Support from individuals across multiple states has come to Texas. A reward of $20,000 remains for information that could lead to Jason's whereabouts, representing the family's ongoing hope for his return.
With each passing year and every vigil marking the time since Jason Landry was last seen, family members, investigators, and community volunteers remain committed to the search. This dedication continues across various efforts, including large-scale searches and the work of private investigators. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Texas Attorney General at 512-936-0742 or provide details anonymously at 726-777-1359.
