A man reported missing from San Antonio has been located safe and sound in the Llano River, thanks to the efforts of local deputies and drone technology.
The incident unfolded in the early hours of August 14, when a 911 call alerted the Llano County Sheriff’s Office to a missing person who had been camping near Elmer Road along the Llano River.
Deputies quickly gathered information regarding the individual and initiated a search that included deploying a drone to aid in their efforts.
By approximately 7:15 a.m., the drone operator successfully spotted the missing man in the river, prompting deputies to proceed to his location.
Fortunately, the individual was unharmed. He explained to deputies that he had become lost and disoriented in the dark, unfamiliar territory.
