Death of Chris Palmer and Dog ZoeyLost: Multi-State Mystery Intensifies After Buxton

 One of the most perplexing missing person cases of 2026 is the disappearance of Chris Palmer, an experienced outdoorsman and veteran veteran.Though family members and close friends insist this is a real catastrophe that draws attention to law enforcement and media outlets' inability to properly advertise some missing persons cases,

Dog Zoey Missing: Chris Palmer

Described as really bright, calculated, and capable, Palmer disappeared early in January as he was traveling via national forests.He had told his family he was on his way toward Monongahela National Forest and George Washington National Forest.Instead, his red Ford F‑250 was discovered discarded on a Buxton, North Carolina, beach on January 10, 2026 between Ramp 43 and the Point—a spot locals claim is not coincidental or "on the way" to anywhere.

Investigators discovered a shotgun, safe, and camping supplies inside the truck; missing, however, were his coat, garments, and dog bowls.Palmer as well as Zoey, his dog, are still missing.

Who is Chris Palmer?

New perspectives on Palmer's nature and skills came from a lifetime buddy:

Not suicidal, no mental health problems.

Ex-military with among the top survival abilities.

Once conducting excursions in Colorado, certified level 5 whitewater rafter.

Spends more time outdoors than indoors.

Lean construction, around 5'8"–5'9".

Never wedded, no children, but very committed to his family.

Distinguished for avoiding conflict and able to withdraw from hostile surroundings.

Inseparable relationship with his dogZoey—family says he would never voluntarily go from her.

Why Family thinks he is in danger:

Palmer's relatives stress that his disappearance is not voluntary:

He always checked in and shared his plans.

He had no roots binding him in one location and nothing to run away from.

His dedication to his family and to Zoey makes abandonment doubtful.

The lack of interaction points to either extreme harm or imminent peril.

💔Family and communal response

Appeals online from Palmer's father call for extensive distribution of the case.Friends and admirers repeat the idea that when official notice is insufficient, public interest is frequently what advances inquiries.

Members of the community call the incident a multi‑state mystery; the location of the truck in Buxton begs more questions than solutions.one local said:

Between Ramp 43 and the Point was the truck.People do not come across this site by accident.Hatteras Island is not headed toward anywhere.Whoever brought it here did it on purpose.

Call for Understanding

Palmer's absence highlights a depressing truth: many missing persons cases do not get enough attention, therefore families must depend on local initiatives and social media.Advocates claim that law enforcement and the media have to do more to guarantee cases like Palmer's are not neglected.