Published on: 02/23/2026
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Lane Co. SO release - Lane County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue located Naughton’s vehicle late Thursday, February 19th, in the Gate Creek area east of Vida. Deputies later confirmed he was last seen at the Vida store buying gas in red and yellow gas cans on Wednesday, February 18th. Surveillance photos showing his appearance and clothing are attached. Searchers focused their efforts on the area of his vehicle late into the night, and returned Friday and Saturday with additional resources including off-road capable vehicles, drones, and search k9s. An Oregon National Guard helicopter also responded to the area thanks to clear, calm weather. The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is leading the ongoing search and deploying ground search teams, special vehicles, drones, and canines. We are thankful for assistance from several agency partners, including: - Drone operators from the Oregon Department of Forestry, Mohawk Valley Fire and Upper McKenzie Rural Fire Protection District; - Oregon Army National Guard medevac helicopter; - Oregon State Police, including a K9; See our social media for search photos at https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18J3Vobt2X/
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