News Release

Search Underway in Shenandoah National Park

Date: September 1, 2023
Contact: Allysah Fox, [phone]

White male, 75 years old, 5'11", 180 lbs

LURAY, VA – 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.