In a somber conclusion to a community-wide effort, the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) has officially discontinued the Endangered Missing Advisory for Gary Premus, an 84-year-old resident of Scottsbluff. Premus, who had been missing and was known to be highly dependent on oxygen, was found deceased on Thursday afternoon.
The NSP had issued the advisory earlier in the week, urging the public to assist in the search for the elderly man, whose health condition made his disappearance particularly urgent. The advisory emphasized his reliance on oxygen, raising concerns about his ability to survive without it for an extended period.
Premus’s death is currently under investigation, though no further details have been released by authorities. As of now, the circumstances surrounding his passing remain unclear.
In a statement following the discovery, the NSP expressed its gratitude to the public for their support in sharing the advisory and aiding in the search efforts. “We appreciate the community’s vigilance and help in spreading the word,” the agency said, acknowledging the vital role citizens played in the investigation.
Though the news is tragic, the swift community response highlighted the power of collective action in trying to locate vulnerable individuals like Premus. The Nebraska State Patrol continues to investigate the case and will release additional information as it becomes available.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of community involvement when endangered missing persons are reported. Our thoughts go out to Premus’s family and friends during this difficult time.
