BEND, OR -- As of Thursday, Deschutes County Sheriff's Office staff and Search & Rescue volunteers have dedicated more than 1,220 hours searching for 38-year-old Melissa Trench. The Bend woman was reported missing December 27th after she didn't return home whne expected. At this time, Bend Police and DCSO say they've found nothing to indicate foul play or criminal wrongdoing.
DCSO SAR teams have searched more than 3,900 acres - about six square miles - on foot and horseback, with dogs and drones. They're focused on the area in and around Shevlin Park, where her car was found. Crews searched the trail system and off trail.
Two BPD detectives are assigned to the case and authorities say they've followed up on multiple tips, examined surveillance video and analyzed cell phone data. Examinations of her phone data and financial recordsd are ongoing.
Officials say more volunteers are not needed. However, the public is asked to be vigilant in the Shevlin Park area and report anything to nonemergency dispatch, at 541-693-6911.
Original Coverage:
(12/28/22) -- The search continues for a Bend woman missing since December 27. Bend Police are now asking for the public's help and say 38-year-old Melissa Trench may be in danger.
