The Winn Parish Sheriff’s Office Chase Team assisted Grant Parish authorities in successfully locating a missing hunter near Dry Prong on Friday, October 30.
According to a November 2 release from the Winn Parish Sheriff’s Office, the Grant Parish Sheriff’s Office requested assistance from the Winn Parish Chase Team at approximately 9 p.m. Friday after a hunter was reported missing in an area off Kisatchie Forest Road 133.
The hunter had reportedly left his residence around 8 a.m. that morning and failed to return home. After several hours without hearing from him, concerned family members contacted Grant Parish authorities for assistance.
The Winn Parish Sheriff’s Office Chase Team responded with its trained K-9 units to assist Grant Parish deputies in the search. Through the coordinated efforts of deputies from both agencies and the capabilities of the Chase Team’s K-9s, the missing hunter was located a short time later.
Authorities confirmed that the hunter was found unharmed and safely reunited with his family.
Winn Parish Sheriff McAllister emphasized the importance of maintaining strong working relationships with neighboring law enforcement agencies. He noted that these partnerships are essential during emergencies and situations requiring additional personnel, equipment and specialized resources.
McAllister also expressed appreciation for the dedication and professionalism of the Winn Parish Sheriff’s Office Chase Team, recognizing the members’ commitment to ongoing K-9 training and readiness.
The Chase Team plays an important role in law enforcement operations throughout the region, assisting with searches for missing or lost individuals and helping deputies apprehend fleeing suspects.
The sheriff’s office credited the team’s continued training, dedication and cooperation with neighboring agencies for helping bring the search to a successful conclusion.