Large search in the Merzig-Wadern district: Missing after days!

Large search in the Merzig-Wadern district: Missing after days!

On Tuesday evening, April 10, 2025, an intensive search for a missing 31-year-old was launched in the Merzig-Wadern district. Relatives had alerted the police because they were concerned that the man could be in acute danger. A comprehensive team of operations was immediately mobilized, which included more than 100 emergency services from the police, fire brigade, emergency services and other aid organizations. The search lasted until late Thursday afternoon when the man was finally found in a forest area near the district. Despite an injury to the leg, he was accessible and was taken to a hospital for examination.

The large search included various techniques and methods to localize the missing person as soon as possible. " stern.de reports that drone, specialized search units were also used. Fire brigades involved, which came together from different locations such as Ottenhof-Bernheck, Kühlfels and Waidach to support the search.

emergency services and technology in use

The coordinated effort also included 61 comrades from the mountain rescue guards and the Bavarian Red Cross. These forces ensured that the search area was sensibly divided into sectors, which increased the efficiency of the search. The Lifeseker system was of particular importance for technical support. This enables the quick recording of large search areas and the targeted identification of missing persons. By analyzing mobile phone data, Lifeseker can also be used in difficult terrain forms such as dense forests or in poor visibility such as night or fog. Drones that are equipped with this system can be used quickly through a "Plug & Play" integration kit. 

The use of the drones was crucial for the success of the search. They scanned the site and were able to provide information about the precise position of the missing person. On this occasion, 16 rescue dogs were also used, including mantrailers and surface search dogs. Fire brigade and Malteser Hilfsdienst monitor the entire operation to ensure that the search was carried out as quickly and effectively as possible. " brk-bayreuth.de emphasizes that the forces were on foot as well as with vehicles, while the mountain growth went Used terrain quads for areas that are difficult to access.

The search for the man was an important example of the excellent cooperation between different aid services and technology. Ultimately, the combined resources and specialist knowledge of the emergency services were able to achieve a positive result in a potentially life -threatening situation.