The Hastings Police Department has announced that Eric Matthew Stromberg, who was reported missing, has been found safe. Authorities extended their gratitude to everyone who shared information or assisted in the search efforts.
Earlier, the department had issued a missing person alert for Stromberg, a 62-year-old man from Hastings. He is described as being 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing approximately 275 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes. Stromberg was last seen driving a 2008 black Ford F-150 with Minnesota license plate BTR-387.
On September 26, around 11 a.m., Stromberg departed from West Bend, Wisconsin, intending to travel to Hastings but did not arrive as expected, prompting concern for his welfare. The public was asked to provide any information on his whereabouts or the location of his vehicle.
Thanks to the collective efforts of the community and law enforcement, Stromberg was located safely. The Hastings Police Department appreciates the outpouring of support and cooperation during the search.