Unanswered questions surrounding the disappearance of Andrew Allen Michael DeWeese, who vanished over four years ago on September 12, 2020, continues to haunt his family and friends in the small and bucolic community of Mulberry in Crawford County.
DeWeese, then 27 years old, was last seen at a residence north of Mulberry on Rock Creek Road.
According to official reports from the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office, DeWeese’s disappearance was initially treated as a missing person case.
However, investigators have since shifted their focus, now classifying it as a potential homicide. Authorities have suggested that DeWeese may have been in Perry County with several individuals at the time he went missing, though details remain scarce.
The case has drawn frustration from both DeWeese’s family and local advocates, who claim that investigative efforts have been hampered by limited cooperation and restricted access to key areas.
A former law enforcement officer, who has since taken up the cause independently, reported being denied permission to search certain private properties despite offering professional assistance.
“Andrew needs to be found,” the officer stated in a public plea years ago, highlighting the initial resistance from officials and the emotional toll on those seeking closure.
Details surrounding DeWeese’s final moments are murky. Witnesses reported seeing him run into a wooded area near the Rock Creek Road property, but searches conducted in the days following his disappearance yielded no significant leads.
The sheriff’s office conducted patrols for two days before scaling back efforts, a decision that has since fueled speculation and criticism among community members. Some have pointed to a possible connection with local landowners or law enforcement affiliates, though no concrete evidence has substantiated these claims.
Andrew DeWeese is described as a white male, approximately 5’10” tall, with brown hair and a medium build. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing casual clothing, though specific details have faded with time.
His family has remained vocal, urging anyone with information to come forward. “We just want to know what happened,” a relative said in a recent statement. “Four years is too long to be left wondering.”
The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office continues to list DeWeese among its missing persons cases, encouraging tips from the public. Investigators can be reached at 479-474-2581 or 479-629-5810 for anyone with information that could shed light on the case.
Meanwhile, online discussions have reignited interest, with some armchair investigators revisiting old leads and calling for a fresh look at the evidence.
As the fifth anniversary of Andrew DeWeese’s disappearance approaches, the case stands as a haunting reminder of the challenges faced in rural investigations. Whether foul play, an accident, or something else entirely claimed Andrew’s fate, the people of Mulberry hold onto hope that 2025 might finally bring the truth to light.
