Missing persons located in Germany and Austria

A 34-year-old man from Baden-Baden, Germany, has been found safe following an intensive search. He had been missing since Saturday evening, October 24, 2026, after his unlocked vehicle was discovered near a forest in Steinbach. Following the use of police helicopters and search dogs, a witness recognized the man on Tuesday afternoon, leading to his transfer to a specialized clinic.

In Melk, Austria, an elderly man suffering from dementia was located alive in a difficult forest area during the early hours of Tuesday. The search involved a large-scale operation including the Austrian Rescue Dog Brigade, the Red Cross, drones, and a helicopter. A rescue dog team from the Austrian Dog Sport Union (ÖHU) successfully located the man around 2:00 AM.