Search underway for man missing in Snake River
Published at
The following is a news release from the Teton County Wyoming Sheriff’s Office. Stock image of Snake River.
TETON COUNTY, WYOMING — On, Tuesday July 4, at 7:46 p.m., the Teton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of two missing persons that had been rafting on the Snake River south of Hoback Junction.
The missing persons were ejected from the raft when it went through rapids known as “Kings Wave”. The party consisted of 6 persons (4 males and 2 females).
While officers were responding, one of the subjects was located and found to be in good health. A multi agency search was coordinated and sent to the area to continue the search for the sole missing party, identified as 21-year-old Oliver Woodward. The search continued until 10:40 p.m. at which time it was suspended due to darkness.
On, Wednesday, July 5, at 8:00 a.m. search efforts were resumed.
Resources include: several watercraft, shore combers and scent dogs.
At the time of this release, July 5, 4:00pm, Mr. Woodward has not been located.
Search efforts are expected to continue for a couple more hours and if unsuccessful will again resume on Thursday, July .
At this time foul play is not suspected.
More information may be released as it is obtained.