By Chadron Police Department
Update: 1:44pm 1/17/25
According to Chadron Police Department, the missing person has been located and he is safe.
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During the morning hours of January 16, 2025, the Chadron Police Department took a report that 28-year-old, Blaine Murphy took off walking near the 1200 block of West Highway 20. The report indicated Murphy may be having some mental difficulties. Officers began searching for Murphy, but were not able to locate him in the area or around the Chadron community. Later in the afternoon, Murphy was reported as missing by the reporting party.
As of this time, Murphy has still not been located. Murphy is reported to be 6 foot 4 inches tall, slender build, with blonde hair. He was last seen wearing a Gray Beanie, Gray Jacket and jeans. He may have his dog with him, which is a black and Gray blue healer mix.
We are asking for anyone who may have seen Murphy in the last 24-hours to call the Chadron Police Department and provide details of the sighting. Also, if anyone has any information as to where Murphy may be or where he may be headed to contact the Chadron Police Department at 308-432-0510. It is not known what state of mind Murphy may be in due to the reported mental difficulties, so if he is seen, please contact your local law enforcement agency for assistance.