Police Intensify Search for Missing College of Charleston Student Owen Kenney
Charleston authorities are intensifying the search for missing College of Charleston student Owen Tillman Kenney. The 19-year-old was last seen early on October 31, shortly after 3 a.m. Investigators are working with the FBI and New Jersey State Police to track down credible leads in this case.
Details About Owen Kenney’s Disappearance
Kenney was last spotted walking alone onto the Ravenel Bridge pedestrian walkway. Initial reports suggested he was wearing a Boston Celtics jersey. However, officials later clarified that he was actually dressed in a black hooded jacket, light-colored pants, and black Nike sneakers with white soles. His cellphone’s last known location was also on the bridge around the same time.
Search Efforts Underway
The Charleston Police Department has mobilized several resources for the search, including:
- Underwater Recovery Team
- Harbor Patrol
- K-9 units
- Unmanned Aerial System Team
Additional support has come from the Carolina K9 Search and Rescue of Anderson, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Aviation Unit.
Community Support and Assistance
Detectives are in regular contact with Kenney’s parents, who are actively involved in the investigation. The College of Charleston’s Public Safety department is collaborating closely with local police. They are dedicated to maintaining a safe campus environment, offering free and confidential support through various counseling services.
Authorities encourage anyone with information related to Owen Kenney’s whereabouts to reach out. The police can be contacted at 843-720-2422 for tips that may assist in locating him.
