Morris was last seen at approximately 11:00 pm, in the driveway at the home he shared with his friend on Whites Ferry Road in Dickerson, Maryland. Morris and his friend had recently ended their 12-year relationship. Morris family reported him missing August 23 after he missed several of their weekly telephone conversations. All of his belongings, including his truck and his dog, were at the home. A K9 search of the woods by his house and did not result in any leads. His cell phone or credit card has not been used since he disappeared.