10/31/2025
Update: The Erie Chamber Of Commerce has released the following statement from the man's son.
"Update from his son: They have found my Dad. Unfortunately he was not alive. I don’t think he suffered. I want to thank you all for your kind words, and prayers. And for those of you that helped us search. A big thank you. Have a good day, everyone. May The Lord be with you and your families."
FROM THE NEOSHO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE: This morning the Neosho County Sheriff’s Office has been requested by the Chanute Police Department to assist with a missing person.
The individual is Darrell Wiltse, 84, Chanute. He was last seen at his residence in Chanute, on 10/30/2025 at approximately 04:30.
He is believed to have been driving a maroon 2015 Ford F150 pickup, bearing Ks 8302AGX. His phone has pinged east of Chanute in the area of 200th and Irving. Law enforcement is currently canvassing the area.
A code red alert is being sent out to residents in the area. If you have any information concerning Mr. Wiltse’s whereabouts, please contact the Chanute Police Department or the Neosho County Sheriff’s Office.
