The Disappearance of Ryan Hendrix

Name: Ryan Austin Hendrix
Age: 39 years old
Last Seen: October 31, 2022
Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Status: Still missing

Case Information

Ryan Hendrix was last known to be in Fort Wayne, Indiana on October 31, 2022. He was sent to Fort Wayne to complete a job and was living in several area motels.

Disappearance

At the end of October 2022, Ryan Hendrix left Texarkana, Texas for a new job in Nashville, Tennessee. He was driving his 2015 red Volkswagen Passat with Texas plate JFK4082.

Before starting the Nashville job, Ryan traveled to Fort Wayne, Indiana to complete a job for his company and was living in several area motels.

The last transaction on his debit card was in Fort Wayne on November 22, 2022. All transactions stopped after that day, and he has not had any contact with family.

Ryan was set to begin a new project in Nashville on November 16, 2022, but never showed up for the job.

He was officially reported missing to the Wake Village Police Department on July 2, 2025.

Ryan did not have a cell phone with service, but would communicate when he had available wi-fi. He has a history of mental health concerns.

Appearance

White male with brown hair and hazel eyes. Ryan stands 5’6-5’8 tall and weighs 150-170 pounds.

Investigating Agency

If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Ryan Hendrix please contact the Wake Village Police Department at (903) 838-5580.

Agency case number W25-02936.

Resources & Further Information

Ryan Austin Hendrix – NamUs