Search and rescue underway for Kentucky man on Willow Creek
A search and rescue operation is underway in the Willow area for a Kentucky man who did not return from a fly fishing trip. According to the Alaska State Troopers,
A search and rescue operation is underway in the Willow area for a Kentucky man who did not return from a fly fishing trip.
According to the Alaska State Troopers, a family member reported 76-year-old Bill Hartlage missing on Thursday evening. At around 11:00 pm on Thursday, two boats and a helicopter were dispatched to search for Hartlage. No immediate sign of his whereabouts was found. MATSAR Search and Rescue began a ground search on Friday with assistance from Troopers and state park rangers.
Bill Hartlage is six feet, two inches tall, and weighs approximately 160 pounds. Troopers say he primarily wears a light brown or tan fishing vest and grey hip waders. He was last seen wearing a brown baseball cap with a yellow and pink fly-fishing lure attached. He may have also had a large, round hat for sun protection.
Troopers ask that anyone in the area of Willow Creek on Thursday with information regarding Bill Hartlage call 907-745-2131.
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