Riley Strain Disappeared after Going out with Friends on March 8 – His Devastated Mom Speaks Out as Massive Search Continues

The disappearance of Riley Strain, a University of Missouri student, on March 8 in Nashville sparked a massive search marked by a mysterious last message and important police footage. As the community rallies, Riley’s mother makes a heartfelt plea for his return, giving urgency to a case that has more questions than answers. Join us as we piece together the events leading up to and following that fateful night on March 8th, in a story that combines desperation, determination and a relentless pursuit of the truth.

Riley Ray Strain, a 22-year-old University of Missouri student, disappeared more than a week ago after an evening out with friends in Nashville. The disappearance sparked a massive search operation that engulfed the city and Strain’s hometown.

His heartbroken mother, Michelle Whiteed, has now publicly declared her innocence as the search intensifies and the only clue is his bank card found on the riverbank. The mystery deepened after the publication of a confusing message from Strain’s phone sent on the night of his disappearance.