Crook County Search and Rescue called for two search missions.
Yesterday, at about 7: 30 a.m., Deputies from the Crook County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a missing person/ welfare check from the SE Bridge Creek area of Prineville. A 42 year old male had walked away from his residence with a possible medical issue. Crook County Search and Rescue and Deputies were called out and began a search of the area at approx. 1130 am Deputies determined that there was no medical need and so SAR personnel were recalled and the search was discontinued, the man returned later.
A second search mission occurred last night at 9:30.
Crook County Search and Rescue was activated to the Walton Lake area for a report of two overdue hikers.
Search teams started their search at the North Walton Lake trail head where a vehicle belonging to one of the overdue subjects was found. SAR personnel located the missing couple on the FS200 spur off the FS4200 road ( 42 Road). Both subjects were found in good condition, cold and hungry. But neither individual was prepared for wilderness hiking.
They were given food, water and blankets.
The Sheriff’s Office would like to remind everyone that this time of year travel in the forest can still be very hazardous and treacherous. Always plan ahead, tell someone the route you are planning on taking and stick to that route. Always remember to bring a cell phone, food, water, clothing and blankets in case you have to spend the night.
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