Missing hiker, Erik Matthijssen, was last seen 72 hours ago on the Caribbean Island of Saba, on his way to hike in the Wells Bay area.
Authorities have been combing nearby trails for the missing hiker since Wednesday. Public Entity Saba is now appealing to all resident to check their camera footage on May 13 anytime from 11 am until midnight in the area of Well’s Bay area and in The Bottom as the authorities continue their search for Erik Matthijssen.
The missing hiker was last seen wearing a grey t-shirt, black shorts and a black backpack. Residents are urged that if they have spotted Matthijssen on their camera, or gave him a ride on that day, to contact 911.
Public Entity Saba notes at daybreak, search teams were again deployed to find the missing hiker along the Middle Island trail and its surrounding areas. Teams are currently traversing, both on and off the designated trails to possible venture and viewpoints, through rugged landscape in some areas. Specially trained dogs have also arrived on island to further assist in the search and have been deployed. In addition, two helicopters were used to comb the area yesterday while ground teams continued the search.
The public will continue to be updated about the missing hiker as the situation progresses.

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