Missing Person: Sage Smith

In November of 2012, just days before thanksgiving Sage Smith was preparing to go out on a date. She woke her roommate and let her know she was leaving and would be back later that night, and disappeared.

Anyone with information regarding Sage Smith’s disappearance or Erik McFadden is asked to contact Charlottesville police department at (434)970-3280 or Crimestoppers at 434-977-4000.

If you or someone you know is experiencing Transgender hate, discrimination, or violence please contact the Trans Lifeline at Home - Trans Lifeline or call (877)565-8860. For more helpful resources.

If you or someone you know is experiencing LGBTQ+ hate, discrimination, or violence please contact the LGBT Help Center at HOME | Lgbthelpcenter (lgbthotline.org) or call (888) 843-4564. For more helpful resources.

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