In this Missouri Mayhem episode, the sisters delve into the perplexing disappearance and death of 19-year-old Tanner Ward in Trenton, Missouri. Despite official rulings of suicide, numerous inconsistencies and unanswered questions keep Tanner’s case alive in the community’s heart. Join us as we explore the facts, theories, and ongoing fight for justice.

IF YOU HAVE MORE INFO ABOUT THIS CASE, PLEASE CONTACT:

• DALLAS COUNTY SHERIFF DEPT - (417) 345-2441
• TRENTON POLICE DEPT - (660) 359-5557

Primary News & Reporting

1. True Crime News (Crime Watch Daily / Chris Hansen) “Mystery in Missouri: What Happened to Tanner Ward?” – Covers the disappearance, discovery, decomposition details, and family objections – Includes statements from Trenton police and Tanner’s mother
2. KTTN Radio (Trenton, MO) Endangered Person Advisory Issued for Tanner Ward – Initial disappearance details, physical description, timeline – Local reporting closest to the case
3. Gallatin North Missourian (December 2017 archives) Body Identified as Tanner Ward – Official identification, coroner involvement, suicide ruling – Statements from local officials
4. Trenton Police Department – Public statements regarding the suicide ruling – Claims regarding decomposition, animal activity, and length of suspension.
5. Grundy County Coroner’s Office – Cause and manner of death determination – Autopsy coordination with Kansas City forensic lab
6. Missouri State Highway Patrol – Endangered Person Advisory June 13, 2017
7. Crime Watch Daily with Chris Hansen – National exposure of the case – Highlights inconsistencies raised by the family – Introduced the case to a broader true-crime audience.