DPD Investigating Report Of Runaway Juvenile

UPDATED 2/18/26 - Hannah was located last night in Knoxville, Tennessee and is safe. We thank everyone who contacted police with information.

Monday, February 16th, 2026

The Dalton Police Department is asking for the public's help to locate 17-year-old Hannah Thomas of Whitfield County. Thomas was reported as a runaway juvenile from a family member's home in the area of Vann Place in Dalton. Thomas has a prior history of running away from home. 

Investigators believe that Thomas may be with an 18 year old male who lives near Knoxville, Tennessee. She has reportedly been seen in the area of Lenior City, Tennessee.  

Thomas stands 5'2" tall and weighs 130 pounds and has brown hair and blue eyes.