"New Ulm – Discover the Heritage City of Minnesota" - Elderly man, 85, located in vehicle following 17-hour disappearance.
An elderly gentleman aged 85 disappeared while heading towards the Wannen Chapel in the forests near Roggenburg, Neu-Ulm district, and remained lost for over 17 hours. On Monday, his absence was brought to the attention of authorities by his acquaintances. Searching for him became a top priority for the police, who went through several attempts to locate him, all without success. The police even deployed a helicopter in the vicinity of the car, yet the man still couldn't be found. However, come Tuesday morning, when a dog handler was brought on board, the elderly man was finally discovered in his vehicle, waving his arms to get the attention of searchers. Due to his poor physical condition, he was unable to leave the car, requiring him to remain in his position. Eventually, he was carried to safety by the rescue services and transported to a local hospital for treatment.
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The 17-hour absence of the elderly man sparked a manhunt across the Neu-Ulm district in Bavaria's Swabia region. Despite the efforts of the police, including the use of a helicopter, the man remained missing, raising concerns for his safety. The missing person case received significant attention, especially in Neu-Ulm and the nearby district of New Ulm. With no sign of the man, a search party was organized, expanding beyond the local authorities to include volunteers and even dog handlers.
Eventually, the elderly man was discovered in his car, which had been parked in the woods near Roggenburg. Despite the difficulties, he managed to signal for help by waving his arms. The search party, relieved to find him, lifted him out of the car, and he was taken to a local hospital for treatment in New Ulm. The incident underscored the importance of prompt reporting of disappearance cases and the diligent efforts of the police and local community to ensure the safety of all residents.
