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Missing man with dementia found safe in Westmoreland County

A missing man with dementia has been found safe in Westmoreland County.

UPPER BURRELL TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A missing man with dementia has been found safe in Westmoreland County.

Pennsylvania State Police say 69-year-old Harry Radaker of Upper Burrell Township has been safely located as of Friday morning.

Radaker was described as suffering from dementia and heart problems.

The Upper Burrell Volunteer Fire Company says the intensive search spanned two days and was assisted by agencies from four counties.

“Forty-five agencies, ranging from support, manpower, rehabilitation, drones, ATV/UTVs, telecommunications, helicopter aviation and more, worked seamlessly and interoperably to find the victim alive and well around 9 a.m. this morning,” the fire company stated on social media. “A huge thank you to all of the help, including the community and donations!”

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