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1. UPDATE Sedona Man Still Missing says:

   October 24, 2011 at 12:07 pm

   Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, Scott Mascher – Sheriff
   255 E. Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ 86301
   – SCHWARTZ STILL NOT LOCATED –

   YCSO Seeking Public Help to Locate Missing Adult from Village of Oak Creek
   ***

   A search effort to locate James Schwartz was conducted in earnest on Friday, October 21, 2011. Coordinated by the YCSO Forest Patrol Unit, deputies directed deployment of 4 search dogs and helicopter flyovers. Searchers checked areas around his home, including trails, which were reported commonly used by Schwartz in the past. No additional clues were discovered during the ground and aerial searches. The helicopter service was provided by Guardian Air.

   Since Friday and over the weekend, deputies have contacted businesses in the Village of Oak Creek to alert employees and review store video tapes if available. No sightings of Schwartz were reported. Further video reviews are pending.

   Deputies received calls over the weekend claiming Schwartz was seen in the Prescott area. None of these leads has led to success in finding Schwartz.

   Family members are monitoring his financial accounts in hopes of catching activity involving Schwartz which could identify his whereabouts. Schwartz did have access to cash which could provide a means of travel from the area. Schwartz had completed some housekeeping and yard clean-up the day of his disappearance, and although despondent, his family does not believe he is suicidal.

   YCSO encourages anyone with information regarding Schwartz to immediately call 928-771-3260.
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2. UPDATE Sedona Man Still Missing says:

   October 26, 2011 at 8:02 pm

   says:

   Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office
   Scott Mascher – Sheriff
   255 E. Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ 86301

   October 26, 2011- UPDATE – NOTEWORTHY TIP RECEIVED

   YCSO Seeking Public Help to Locate Missing Adult from Village of Oak Creek

   ***

   Yesterday, YCSO received a tip from an area resident who had seen a hitch hiker on October 19, 2011, partially matching the description of James Schwartz. The caller indicated she saw the man around 5 PM on Highway 179 near the US Forest Service Ranger Station. The man was seen attempting to flag down vehicles heading towards the I-17. The man’s jacket was similar to the grey fleece jacket James was likely wearing. He was wearing hiking boots, had a similar overall height and build, and was carrying a black colored back pack. Mrs. Schwartz has confirmed James is likely in possession of a black “JanSport” brand back pack. The caller did not see this man enter a vehicle.

   Remember, the man was not positively identified as Schwartz – this tip is only mentioned in hopes of generating calls for those in the area that may have seen this individual and can provide additional information.

   Updated information from family – James is likely wearing “Hi-Tec” brand hiking boots. The backpack will probably contain some survival items including an orange tarp, navy blue waterproof jacket and survival book. James has previously expressed interest in spending time around the Temple, Tucson, and Las Vegas areas. If anyone saw someone fitting the description of James Schwartz walking in this area on Wednesday, October 19, please contact YCSO at 928-771-3260. If someone recalls providing transportation to a man fitting the description of James Schwartz, please call immediately. All tips are being investigated.

   A reminder – Since we have not been able to verify the hitch hiker was James Schwartz, this tip does not preclude a possibility James could still be in the VOC/Sedona area. YCSO encourages those hiking in and around Sedona and the Village of Oak Creek to keep alert for any sightings of Mr. Schwartz.

3. Yavapai County says:

   October 27, 2011 at 8:05 pm

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4. Trink Jones says:

   October 28, 2011 at 9:51 am

   This man is a former minister. And he does this to family and friends? Not Christian like. A Christian is taught that you love one another. To deliberately hurt your family breaks with God’s commandment. We hope that he comes to his senses and goes back home. He could still leave that home but this time do it as God would intend – with dignity and respect and compassion for his family. Anger is not right when it leads you down a dark path. Pray for his safe journey home.

   Trink Jones
   Indianapolis & Cottonwood visitor

5. Missing Man Update says:

   November 15, 2011 at 2:09 pm

   November 15, 2011: The gentleman is still missing. Please use the tip line if you have any information that may prove of interest. Thank you.

   Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office

6. Dick, VOC says:

   November 20, 2011 at 3:58 pm

   How hard are the police looking for this man? Are they leaving it up to the public to find him?

7. Patricia Owens says:

   December 3, 2011 at 6:21 am

   He’s still missing. Keep praying for his safe return and his family.

8. Mona says:

   December 11, 2011 at 3:13 pm

   Jim is still missing. Saw flyers still posted around VOC. Sad situation.

9. Sedona Eye update says:

   February 9, 2012 at 2:47 pm

   James Schwartz has not been located. Please notify the YCSO of any information that may lead to his discovery.