Update: NPS: Ranger Cogdell was found deceased. No further details are available pending completion of an investigation. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends.
UPDATE: He has been found. No further details available pending investigation.
August 17, 2018 - MISSING PERSON: John Blevins Cogdell III
If you have seen John Cogdell or any abandoned equipment in the park since August 15, 2018, or have any information regarding John, please contact the National Park Service Investigative Services Branch at 888/653-0009 or email nps_isb@nps.gov.
Height: 5 ft 10 in
Weight: 200 pounds
Hair: Blonde/gray
Eyes: Blue
Last seen: Upper Pines #182 in Yosemite Valley on August 15 (mid-day)
John is an employee of the National Park Service. He was last seen on August 15 in Upper Pines Campground in Yosemite Valley. It is unknown what clothing he is wearing.
Source: NPS
