UPDATE: Patric Johnson was found today, December 18, 2009.

After an article ran in today’s Jackson Hole Daily regarding the disappearance of Patrick Johnson, the sheriff’s office received a tip that Johnson was seen recently in Jackson.  A sheriff’s deputy observed a person walking near the library who appeared to match the description of the missing person.  The deputy positively identified the man as being Patrick Johnson, who was unaware that he had been reported missing.  The case is closed and the sheriff’s office appreciates the assistance of the media and the public in helping to solve this case.

Patrick Johnson
Age: 52
Physical Description: 5'11" tall, 150 lbs, long brown hair, brown eyes, beard and mustache.
Last seen: September 20,2009 while hunting with friends near Togwotee.

Johnson’s vehicle was found abandoned in the forest near Sheep Creek. Patrick has not contacted any family or friends since September 20,2009. If anyone knows of his whereabouts please contact Sgt Slade Ross of the Teton County Sheriff’s Office 307-733-2331.