Edward Fredrickson, 88, was last seen in Coos Bay, Oregon, on May 24, 2024; surveillance from the early morning of May 25 shows him parking in a gravel lot in the Empire district at about 5:57 a.m. He exited his car alone, walked past a fence and across a wide grassy field toward the shoreline at low tide, proceeding north until he left the camera’s view. Investigators believe he likely continued northeast along the shore, but his movements after leaving camera sight are unknown.

A large search and rescue response followed. The Coos Bay Police Department searched the field and shoreline, the U.S. Coast Guard conducted fly-overs and boat patrols, and the vehicle was processed for clues and later returned to family. No trace of Mr. Fredrickson was found; there is no evidence of foul play and authorities are concerned he may have entered the water.

Edward is a white male, 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall, about 155 to 160 pounds, with blue eyes and gray or partially gray hair. Distinctive features include pointed upper lobes on both ears and a gap in the midline of his lower teeth.

If anyone saw Edward on the morning he disappeared or has information about movements along the Empire district shoreline, please share what was seen.