In the quiet town of Schuylerville, New York, the morning of November 24, 2015, began like any other for 68-year-old Frederick 'Fritz' Drumm. A well-known and respected figure in his community, Drumm was last seen at his home on Burgoyne Road between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. It is believed that he left his residence for a walk or to go hunting on his expansive 170-acre property that borders Fish Creek. His wife, who had been out for a breakfast gathering, returned home to find him gone. When he did not return by the following day, his family reported him missing, setting in motion an extensive search and a mystery that has endured for years. All of his vehicles remained at his home, but it is believed he had his wallet, containing his driver's license and a debit card.
The initial response to Drumm's disappearance was swift and thorough, with the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office launching a massive search operation.
Law enforcement, with the help of community volunteers, methodically combed the vast and rugged terrain of Drumm's property, including wooded areas, open fields, and the nearby creek. Despite these exhaustive efforts, no trace of Frederick Drumm was found. The absence of any clues, such as clothing or personal items, was baffling to investigators and the search teams. The search of his property and the surrounding areas yielded no answers, leaving his family and the close-knit community of Schuylerville in a state of profound uncertainty.
The disappearance of 'Fritz' Drumm, as he was affectionately known, left a lasting impact on the community he had served. A recently retired caretaker, Drumm was also a 16-year member of the Saratoga Town Board, and had chosen not to seek re-election as he and his wife planned to travel. The sudden and unexplained absence of such a familiar and reliable presence was a deep blow to the town. Over the years, the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office has periodically renewed calls for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case, and his family has offered a reward for information leading to his whereabouts. However, there has been no activity on his financial accounts since he vanished. The case of Frederick Drumm remains an unsolved and painful mystery, a story of a man who seemingly vanished without a trace from the land he knew so well, leaving behind only questions and a community still hoping for answers.Last Seen: Nov 24, 2015
