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Missing Morristown Resident Karen Carter Found Safe Following Silver Alert, TBI Thanks Community for Assistance

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Published on January 19, 2026
Missing Morristown Resident Karen Carter Found Safe Following Silver Alert, TBI Thanks Community for AssistanceSource: Facebook/Tennessee Bureau of Investigation

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has successfully concluded a Silver Alert issued for Karen Carter, the Morristown woman who went missing on Friday morning. The TBI confirmed via social media that Carter, aged 68, was found safe. The report comes following efforts by law enforcement and the public to aid in her safe return after her disappearance, which raised concerns due to her medical condition that could impair her ability to return without assistance.

Prior to her being found, the TBI's Silver Alert described Carter as 5'4" and 150 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. Last seen in Morristown, she was dressed in a tan jacket and black pants. Driving a concern for the community, Carter's medical condition further highlighted the urgency of locating her. As she was last seen driving a 2009 dark blue Nissan Sentra bearing the Tennessee tag 033BKMB, the public was asked to stay vigilant and report sightings to the Morristown Police Department or the TBI.

The TBI thanked everyone involved in spreading the word about Carter's disappearance, emphasizing that it was an integral part of her safe recovery. Individuals were encouraged to utilize resources like the TBI Find App, which can provide further details on active Silver Alerts and additional resources for tracking down missing persons.