Authorities in Independence County are searching for a missing man from Batesville last seen kayaking on the White River.
Authorities say Bryant Calvert, 53, was reported missing on Monday, Nov. 4, after family members discovered his vehicle abandoned at a boat ramp in Guion, Arkansas.
Calvert’s yellow kayak was also missing.
Calvert sent an email to his family on Saturday indicating he intended to say goodbye, according to authorities.
Calvert’s information was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NAMUS), and authorities have conducted a river search from Batesville to Guion but found no signs of him.
Authorities say due to river conditions, the sheriff’s office has paused further water searches.
Investigators are following up on leads and ask anyone with information to call 870-793-8838