German Tourist Missing in Swedish Town Ulricehamn
Swedish police search for missing German tourist in Ulricehamn. The man aged 60-70 disappeared a week ago. Authorities use drones, helicopters and dogs in the operation.
A German tourist has been missing for over a week in Ulricehamn, Sweden. Police launched a major search operation on Friday. Authorities are working with the Swedish Armed Forces and Missing People organization.
Police spokesperson Fredrik Svedemyr said they will search both land and water areas. The missing man is aged 60-70 and rented a house north of Ulricehamn.
What does rescue service mean? It allows police to allocate more resources to the search. Teams will use drones, helicopters, and search dogs in the operation.
Ulricehamn is a small town in western Sweden known for its lakes and outdoor activities. The area attracts many tourists during summer months.
Police hope to find the man alive. They have intensified search efforts with multiple agencies involved. The German tourist's disappearance remains unexplained after seven days.
Search operations in remote Swedish areas face challenges due to dense forests and numerous lakes. The timing is concerning as tourist season peaks in August.