“Missing Person: Edward A. Cravens” from Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications : Nixle

Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications

Friday September 4th, 2026 :: 07:30 p.m. CDT

Alert

Missing Person: Edward A. Cravens

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Edward A. Cravens, age 50.

Mr. Cravens was last known to be staying in West Frankfort or possibly in the rural areas surrounding West Frankfort. We want to emphasize that we are not seeking information related to a criminal investigation. Our primary concern is locating Mr. Cravens so that we can check on his well-being and ensure that he is safe.

If you have information regarding Mr. Cravens’ whereabouts, please contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office at 618-438-4841. Information may also be submitted, anonymously or otherwise, through the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Mobile App.

Instructions:

Call local authorities if you have any information on this person’s whereabouts.

Address/Location
Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications
401 E Park St
Benton, IL 62812

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 618-439-4362

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Alert Details

Severity:: Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:: Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
Certainty:: Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:: Law enforcement, military, homeland and local/private security
Event:: Missing Person

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