Elvis Fan Vanishes In Downtown Memphis After Elvis Week

MISSING - Gerrie Lawrie from Scotland

Essential Elvis reports that Gerrie Lawrie from Scotland went missing in Memphis four nights ago. She was last seen on Wednesday night on Union Avenue between 11:00pm and 11:30pm. A missing persons report has been filed with the MPD.  Gerrie traveled from Scotland to attend Elvis Week 2011 in Memphis.
Gerrie was also seen on Tuesday, August 16th having dinner with Sheriff Gene Barksdale at TGIFriday's. Gene walked her to her car and saw her drive away. She has not been seen or heard from since.
She was staying alone at The Cedar Hotel on Brooks Road, and she attended many events during Elvis Week. She missed her flight home to Scotland, and she has not boarded any other flights nor did she return her rental car. A Missing Persons Report has been filed with The Memphis Police Department. Any tips or leads should be called in to the police.

BIM:  This story just gives me the chills. It could have been anyone of us who traveled to Memphis for Elvis Week. Next year marks the 35th anniversary of Elvis Presley's death which means many Elvis fans and tourists around the world are planning to travel to Memphis for Elvis Week. A case like this could keep fans and tourists away if not handled properly. I hope the Memphis police are actively investigating this case and focusing not only on downtown but also the rundown area of Brookes Rd. When I visited the record show at The Cedar during Elvis Week, I noticed the old Days Inn next door closed down BUT the room doors were removed and there were people either squatting there or up to no good.  It was quite unsettling to look at. I hope security camera tapes are being checked in both areas of town before it is too late. We need to put pressure on the city to create awareness and to find Gerrie!
I have not seen any coverage of this story by the Memphis news circuit. And I hope they will feature this case and help find Gerrie alive and well.  Please spread the word to all your fellow Elvis friends and Memphians!  Too much precious time has passed already! Please keep Gerrie in your prayers!
Memphis News and national news have now picked up on this tragic story.

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