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Mar 08, 2016
Jan 04, 2024
Raymond
Hickman
95
86
69 inches
160 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
On a winter day in Cannon Beach, Oregon, 87-year-old Raymond Roland Hickman, a male resident known for his daily walks, vanished without a trace. On January 30, 2016, at approximately 11:30 a.m., he left his home for what was believed to be his usual stroll around the scenic coastal town. Mr. Hickman was reportedly wearing a gray shirt, blue denim jeans, a black jacket, and a red ball cap. He also had on tan work boots and his eyeglasses. This particular walk, however, deviated from his routine, marking the beginning of a prolonged and sorrowful mystery for his family and the close-knit community. Concern mounted as hours turned into evening with no sign of his return. The search for Raymond Hickman began promptly, with law enforcement and community members combing the areas he was known to frequent. A significant lead emerged when witnesses reported a possible sighting of him later that same day, around 5:00 p.m., walking along Highway 101 near the Arch Cape tunnel. This location is south of Cannon Beach, suggesting he may have traveled a considerable distance on foot. The fact that Mr. Hickman suffered from dementia and had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease added a profound sense of urgency and complexity to the search efforts. These conditions could have easily caused him to become disoriented, lose his way, and be unable to seek help. The difficult terrain and unpredictable coastal weather further complicated the search, creating a challenging environment for those looking for him. Despite extensive searches and the dissemination of his description, Raymond Hickman has not been heard from since that January day. The lack of any concrete evidence or further credible sightings has left his case unsolved. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance point to the tragic possibility of him becoming lost and succumbing to the elements, compounded by his vulnerable state due to his medical conditions. The absence of closure has been a heavy burden for his loved ones. The case serves as a heartbreaking overview of how a routine activity can turn into a lasting tragedy, particularly for elderly individuals with cognitive impairments, and highlights the anguish that families endure when a loved one vanishes, leaving behind only questions and the hope for answers.
Jan 30, 2016
Cannon Beach
Oregon
Clatsop County
No
18098
Cannon Beach Police Department
Cannon Beach
Oregon
Clatsop County
97110
163 East Gower Avenue, Oregon
5034362811
Local
Law Enforcement
B2016-0125
2016-01-30
Cannon Beach Police Department
Unknown
Blue
Blue
05/31/2026
