FBI Washington Field Office
Office of Public Affairs
(202) 278-3519
December 9, 2024

Statement on Disappearance of Austin Bennett Tice

Given recent events in Syria, the FBI is renewing our call for information that could lead to the safe location, recovery, and return of Austin Bennett Tice, who was detained in Damascus in August 2012.

The FBI and our government partners remain committed to bringing Austin home to his family, and we are still offering a reward of up to $1 million for information that leads to Austin’s safe return.

If you have information, please email FindAustinTice@fbi.gov or submit a tip via tips.fbi.gov. You can also contact your local FBI office of the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

2023 age-progressed photo of Austin Bennett Tice

2023 age-progressed photo of Austin Bennett Tice