David was last seen in Jefferson City, Tennessee. He said he was going to go to a church function up the street from his home on Beeler Avenue. He did go to the church, but he didn't go inside and instead went to Druther's Restaurant. The restaurant had a policy that children who presented report cards with a good grades could get a free meal. David's school report card had just come out that day and he had an A in physical education, so the restaurant gave him a free hamburger. Some reports mention that David went to a friend's house to watch TV and play until 7 p.m., while other reports indicate that he was last seen on the corner of Odell and Sycamore Lane. David's family didn't realize he wasn't home until the next morning. His bed covers were arranged in a way to make it look like he was in bed asleep. Authorities believe he may have been abducted. Little evidence is available in his case.