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Patrick lived and worked at the senior living facility but was fired on 11/01/2024 due to an alcohol problem. He was last seen in person on 11/01/2024, however, he was seen on security cameras on 11/03/2024 around 3:30PM wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans, but was not seen again. Landlord and officer attempted a welfare check on 11/06/2024 at his apartment at the senior living facility but was unable to be located. His bicycle and keys were located, but his cell phone and wallet wer ...Read More
Last Seen: Nov 01, 2024

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Victim Details

Dec 03, 2024

Dec 04, 2024

Patrick

Ryan

64

64

71 inches

140 lbs

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

In the coastal community of Lincoln City, Oregon, concern grew for 64-year-old Patrick John Ryan, a familiar face who was known to travel everywhere by bicycle. His life took a difficult turn on November 1, 2024, when he was dismissed from his job at the senior living facility where he also lived, reportedly due to issues with alcohol. This day marked the last time he was seen in person by those who knew him. The circumstances surrounding his departure from his routine were unsettling for a man who was typically seen by staff on a daily basis. A few days later, on November 3, 2024, security cameras captured what would be the last known image of Patrick. He was seen at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon, dressed in a blue hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. When he still had not been seen or heard from, a welfare check was requested. On November 6th, an officer and the landlord entered his apartment at the senior facility, but Patrick was not there. Inside, they found his bicycle and keys left behind, but his cell phone and wallet were gone. With no vehicle and no known family to contact, his absence became a troubling mystery. After a period of distress and uncertainty for those aware of his situation, the search for Patrick Ryan came to a quiet and welcome end. He was located and confirmed to be alive, bringing relief to the community. The specific details regarding where he was found or the circumstances of his time away have not been made public, and the exact date of his safe return remains unknown. The case, which began with the disappearance of a man facing personal hardship, was officially closed. The investigation focused on his last known movements and the concerning items left behind in his home, concluding with the positive outcome that he was no longer considered a missing person.

Nov 01, 2024

Lincoln City

Oregon

Lincoln County

Lincoln City

No

159204

Lincoln City Police Department

Lincoln City

Oregon

Lincoln County

97367

1503 Southeast East Devil's Lake Road, Oregon

5419943636

Local

Law Enforcement

LCP24014819

2024-11-06

Lincoln City Police Department

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

05/28/2026


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