Write a short story about a small town where mysterious disappearances have been happening for years, with no explanation as to where the missing people have gone

Write a short story about a small town where mysterious disappearances have been happening for years, with no explanation as to where the missing people have gone. One day, a detective arrives in town determined to solve the mystery and bring closure to the families of the missing. As they dig deeper into the case, they uncover dark secrets and a hidden underground network operating in the town. The detective must navigate through danger and deceit to uncover the truth before they, too, become the next victim.