An 86-year-old Newberg man was found safe and sound on Thursday after going missing during an afternoon walk, bringing a swift and relieved end to a search that had drawn in local police.
Local Police Department
Arne Lowery left his home around noon on Thursday. The Newberg-Dundee Police Department searched for Lowery.
Newberg-Dundee police serve both communities through a department with 35 sworn officers, organized into patrol and special-operations divisions. Patrol includes traffic safety, canine and community outreach functions, while special operations includes special investigations and a community response team. The department’s staffing and division structure provides context for the local agency’s role in the search.
Missing-Person Resources
By Thursday, the search had reached its outcome: Lowery was located safe and sound.
General guidance for at-risk missing older adults includes calling 911. The Oregon State Police Missing Persons Clearinghouse is a resource for missing-person cases.
The Oregon State Police Missing Children/Adults Clearinghouse distributes information to law enforcement and the public. These clearinghouse functions form part of Oregon’s broader missing-person system.
For Newberg-area residents, the quick resolution offered reassurance.
