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Missing Lancaster man hasn't been seen in about 2 weeks, deputies say

Ricky Ray Wright, 66, was last seen asking for a ride near Lancaster on June 11.

LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. — Lancaster County residents are asked to be on the lookout for a man who hasn't been seen for about two weeks.

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office said 66-year-old Ricky Ray Wright hasn't been heard from since June 11. He was last seen along Riverside Road near Highway 9, also known as Chester Highway.

Wright stands at 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighs about 145 pounds. He has some facial hair, including a recently-shaved goatee, and is bald. He also has visible tattoos on both arms. When he was last spotted, Wright was wearing tan boots, blue jeans, a T-shirt and a black sweatshirt.

Credit: Lancaster County SO
Ricky Ray Wright

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Deputies note Wright lives in Lancaster and is known to leave home for a few days at a time. When away, he sometimes stays in motels both in town and in Fort Lawn. 

However, he also has medical conditions that require medication he likely is not taking.

Anyone who knows where Wright is should call 9-1-1 or reach out to Lancaster County deputies by calling (803) 283-3388 and picking Option 3. Tips can also be shared online or via the P3Tips app for iOS and Android. 

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