Search Underway In Shenandoah National Park

Published Date

September 1, 2023

A search is underway for missing man Jerry Bailey in Shenandoah National Park / NPS file

A search is underway in Shenandoah National Park for Jerry Bailey. Mr. Bailey was reported missing to Shenandoah National Park Rangers early September 1, 2023. His backpack was found in Pinefield Hut off Skyline Drive near mile 75.2.

Mr. Bailey was last seen August 30. He is 75 years old, 5’11”, 180 pounds and has white hair and brown eyes.

Shenandoah activated a full-scale search operation early today. The search is led by Shenandoah National Park Search and Rescue personnel aided by Virginia Department of Emergency Management. Additional resources have been requested.

If anyone thinks they may have seen Mr. Bailey, please call 540-999-3422.

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