Denison Police Seek Public Help in Locating Missing Teenagers Madison Haynes and Thomas Pruitt
Denison, TX — The Denison Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating two missing teenagers, Madison Haynes, 15, and Thomas Pruitt, 17, who were last seen earlier this week. Authorities have launched an active investigation, and officers are working closely with school officials and community members to gather any information that might lead to the teens’ whereabouts.
Missing Teens: Physical Descriptions and Last Known Locations
Madison Haynes, a 15-year-old high school student, is described as a white female with red hair, standing at 5’1″ and weighing 115 pounds. Her greenish eyes are a distinct feature, and she was last seen wearing a black shirt and black shorts. Madison is a student at Denison Pathways High School, where she was last observed before her disappearance.
Thomas Pruitt, a 17-year-old male, has brown hair and brown eyes. He stands at 6 feet tall and was last seen wearing a red shirt and yellow shorts. Authorities have noted that Thomas is currently on felony probation. Like Madison, Thomas is also a student at Denison Pathways High School, and his whereabouts have been unknown since his disappearance.
Investigation and Community Outreach
The Denison Police Department is treating the case as a high priority and has been conducting interviews with family members, friends, and school officials to track down leads. In addition to standard investigative procedures, officers have reached out to community organizations and local networks in an effort to amplify the search efforts.
“We are deeply concerned for the safety of both Madison and Thomas,” said Officer Linda Carrington of the Denison Police Department. “Our department is doing everything we can to locate these young individuals. We urge anyone who might have information to come forward, and we ask the community to remain vigilant. Every detail counts.”
Public Assistance Requested
Denison police have asked the public to be on the lookout for both Madison and Thomas and to immediately contact the police department if they have any information regarding their whereabouts.
Anyone with knowledge of their location or any suspicious activity is asked to contact Denison PD at (903) 465-2422. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be submitted via the Denison Police Department’s tip line or through the local Crime Stoppers program.
The police are also requesting that residents share the descriptions and details of the case on social media to help spread the word and gather any potential leads. Public outreach is critical, as even a small tip may be the key to locating the missing teenagers.
School Community Impact
The disappearance of Madison and Thomas has sent shockwaves through the Denison Pathways High School community. Staff and fellow students have expressed concern for the missing teens and are hoping for their safe return. Teachers have been in close contact with the Denison Police Department, offering any assistance necessary to support the ongoing investigation.
“We are all deeply concerned for Madison and Thomas, and we are doing everything we can to support the police and their families during this challenging time,” said Principal Sheila Montgomery. “The school community is coming together to hope for their safe return.”
Next Steps and Ongoing Search
Denison PD will continue to follow up on leads as they come in, and investigators are focusing on any potential connections between the two teens. Officers are asking for anyone who may have seen Madison or Thomas recently, or who might know where they were headed, to reach out immediately.
As the search continues, the Denison Police Department remains committed to providing updates as more information becomes available.
In the meantime, Madison’s and Thomas’s families are holding out hope for their safe return, with family members urging the public to remain vigilant and share any relevant information.
How to Help
If you see Madison or Thomas or know their whereabouts, please contact Denison PD at (903) 465-2422 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Social media posts and local alerts are vital in spreading the word, so please share the details of their disappearance with your networks.
We continue to pray for the safe return of Madison and Thomas and ask the community to come together in support of their families during this incredibly difficult time.