Jerry Lee Armstrong
Missing since December 23, 1977 from Hernando, DeSoto County, Mississippi
Classification: Endangered Missing

Vital Statistics

• Age at Time of Disappearance: 18 years old
• Height & Weight: 5'6; 145 lbs
• Distinguishing Characteristics: Black male. Black hair; brown eyes.
• Clothing: Green suit with yellow shirt.

Circumstances of Disappearance
Jerry Armstrong was last seen on December 23, 1977. Armstrong drove to prom at the National Guard Armory in his brothers 1973 white Pontiac LeMans. The vehicle has red and black stripes down the sides and license plate #DAY485. Several people saw him at the dance, and one saw him as he was leaving the dance. It was the last time the Hernando High School quarterback was seen. The car Armstrong was driving has never been found.
Armstrong’s disappearance is believed by authorities to be linked to a hate crime.
Foul play is suspected.

Investigators
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department
662-429-1470
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Desoto County Crimestoppers
662-429-8477

Agency Case Number: 860403Z

Source Information:
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