On 04-18-19, at 1:20 PM, a family friend of missing person Michael Shameklis contacted the Bend Police Department. The family friend told investigators that they had located Shameklis in Wilsonville, Oregon. Family members involved in the investigation made contact with Shameklis and confirmed that he had been located. Shameklis was in good condition and told his family that he had been camping and unable to stay in contact with them during the time he had been reported missing.
**Previous Media Release**
Date: 04-17-19
Case # 19-119205
Missing Person: Michael Alan Shameklis-43 year-old Lake Oswego Resident
Missing Vehicle: 2005 GMC Denali Black, Oregon License 582BZM
Description: White male, 6’00”, 200 pounds, Brown Hair, Blue Eyes
On April 15, 2019 at 3:59 PM, Michael Shameklis was reported as a missing person to the Bend Police Department by a friend. Shameklis had been visiting the Bend area while housesitting for his friend. The friend last spoke with Shameklis on April 11, 2019.
The Bend Police Department opened an investigation at that time and has been pursuing leads provided by friends and family. At the time of this release, the investigation has not determined Michael Shameklis’ whereabouts. Shameklis may have been traveling from Bend, Oregon to Lake Oswego,Oregon or Crescent City, California.
Bend Police Officers are requesting anyone with information related to Shameklis’ whereabouts call (541) 693-6911.
Prepared By: Lt. Brian Beekman