Paducah Tragedy: 32-Year-Old Robert Daryl Dennis Found Deceased After Reported Missing
On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the tragic discovery of 32-year-old Robert Daryl Dennis, who was found deceased in a body of water off Clarks River Road in Paducah, Kentucky. Dennis had been reported missing earlier that day, prompting an immediate search by local authorities.
According to the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office, Dennis was last seen around 2:30 p.m. on Clarks River Road. He was described as a bi-racial male, approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall, weighing 220 pounds, and was last seen wearing a sweatshirt, blue jeans, and work boots. Notably, he had gauge-style earrings in both ears.
Sheriff Ryan Norman stated that Dennis’s body was located later that evening in water near the area where he was last seen. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently under investigation, and no further details have been released at this time.
The community of Paducah mourns the loss of Robert Dennis, remembering him as a cherished individual whose presence will be deeply missed. Friends and family have expressed their grief and are seeking privacy during this difficult time.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to Dennis’s disappearance or death to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
For those seeking more information or wishing to offer condolences, local obituaries and memorial services can be found through resources such as Legacy.com and The Paducah Sun.