Search continues for missing Kellogg teen

Five days after Dylan Parker went missing, authorities are still looking for new information that could lead to his whereabouts.

According to a press release from the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office Friday morning, interviews conducted Thursday night have lead to the addition of individuals that may have information in the case.

The release went on to say that no new locations have been searched but the office is continually receiving tips that could lead to additional locations of interest.

Parker’s mother Mona Rupp said Friday that she had not spoke to the Sheriff’s office since Thursday afternoon.

Rupp went on to say that the Sheriff’s office has not informed her of where they have searched or who they have interviewed as the information is part of an ongoing investigation and the sharing of details could jeopardize its success.

“My son’s just disappeared off the face of the earth,” Rupp said. “Right now I just keep my fingers crossed and pray that we can find Dylan.”

While the family and friends of Parker await information on his location, community members are doing their part to help raise awareness of the situation.

A Facebook group formed to help gain information has reached nearly 6,000 members during the week. Also, 4x8-foot signs created by Dave Smith Motors with photos of Parker offering a reward for information leading to his location have been placed in high traffic areas to help raise awareness.

A candlelight vigil was held Friday night for Dylan at St. Alphonsus's Church in Wallace. Friday also marked Parker’s 19th birthday.

A Friday evening press release stated that more interviews were conducted, which led to additional individuals who will be interviewed in the coming days.

The investigation will continue through the weekend. New locations were checked, however, the searchers found nothing of interest.

As of Friday, nothing has provided the sheriff’s office with an idea of Dylan’s whereabouts.

Any information should be directed to Lt. Taylor Marlow at 208-556-1114 or [email protected].