What it is about

Hundreds of volunteers and rescue personnel have mobilized to search for 68-year-old Ofakim resident, Boris Shuster, who disappeared on Thursday afternoon. His devoted family emphasizes that Boris was in excellent health and led an active lifestyle, enjoying daily walks and visits to construction sites.

Why it matters

This ongoing search underscores the robust community and national effort in Israel to support individuals and families during challenging times. It highlights the relentless dedication of the Israeli rescue organizations, volunteers, and even security personnel like Boris’s son, a Border Police officer, in locating and bringing home missing persons in Israel.

Current status

Approximately 300 people, including fellow Border Police fighters, have been involved in the extensive search operations focused on local construction areas. The multi-faceted search effort includes both ground operations and advanced technology such as drones and the work of a hundred dog handlers. Despite these widespread efforts, no new leads have surfaced, and the urgency remains high as the search continues.

Details Known

Boris Shuster was last registered on a camera at 16:43, Thursday, and his phone, once active, stopped transmitting at 17:06. Family members are highly concerned, emphasizing his daily routine consistency and state of mental clarity, stating a mysterious disappearance inconsistent with his character.

Situation Awareness

Boris’s daughter-in-law, Shani, described the heightened concerns and detailed efforts taken by family members and volunteers, checking surveillance cameras and combing the Ofakim area meticulously. The family’s appeal remains steadfast in seeking answers and supporting the continued search operation with the full might of their community and national rescue resources.

This story was first published on jpost.com.