BREAKING: Missing Beecher Man Found Safe
The Will County Sheriff’s Office is happy to report that James Sujka, age 73, of Beecher has been located safely.
On 08/08/2024, at approximately 9:20 PM, James was located in heavy brush off a gravel access road in Beecher. The Will County Sheriff’s Office deployed drones and K-9 deputies to assist in the search. The Will County Sheriff’s Office also requested the assistance of the Lake County Indiana Sheriff’s Office air unit to aid in the search.
Members of the Will County Sheriff’s Office K-9 team ultimately located James in heavy brush not far from his residence. Once James was located, he was transported to a local area hospital for an evaluation and treatment.
The Will County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Will County Emergency Management Agency, the Lake County Indiana Sheriff’s Office, and all of the police and volunteers that assisted in the search for James.
This was a true team effort that left no stone unturned. Thank you to everyone that assisted in attempting to safely locate James Sujka.
The Will County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help from the public in locating James Sujka, 73 year old, who was last seen at 9:30 am, on the 100 block of Cardinal Lane in Beecher.
Mr. Sujka is described as 5’11” tall, 215 lbs, wearing a gray t-shirt with a Chicago sports team on the front, black shorts, and gym shoes. Mr. Sujka cannot speak. Sheriff’s deputies are asking for your help. If you see Mr. Sujka please call 911 immediately.