Missing Man's Remains Found after Disappearing in 2018 with Cryptic Text

Remains Found

The remains of Sebastian “Ty” Husted, an Iowa man who went missing in 2018, have been located on private property in Missouri. Husted was 18 years old when he disappeared on January 22, 2018, after sending a cryptic text message to his brother.

• Husted was last seen in Lineville, Iowa, where he was working at a hog confinement facility.
• He was expecting to be a father at the time of his disappearance.
• Authorities searched the area where Husted was last seen, but did not find any evidence.

Search and Discovery

Husted's remains were found by a turkey hunter on April 23, 2024, on private property in northeast Mercer County, Missouri.


Date	Event
January 22, 2018	Husted goes missing after sending a cryptic text message to his brother.
April 23, 2024	Husted's remains are found by a turkey hunter.
April 25, 2024	The Missouri State Highway Patrol confirms that the remains belong to Husted.


The remains were identified through dental records. A cause of death has not been released.



Remembrance and Investigation

Husted's family has expressed relief that his remains have been found. "It's a day many people have prayed and hoped for," said Husted's sister, Iesha. "We have found Ty and are bringing him home." The circumstances surrounding Husted's death remain unknown. His family is asking for privacy as they grieve and seek answers. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating the case.