Search Renewed for Port Angeles Man Who Vanished Near Elwha River

Authorities seek public's help in locating 35-year-old Loren T. Ciceri, missing since November

Mar. 23, 2026 at 1:38am

The Clallam County Sheriff's Office is renewing its search for Loren T. Ciceri, a 35-year-old man who vanished last November after borrowing a motorcycle to meet a friend near the Elwha River in Port Angeles, Washington. The motorcycle was later found abandoned with Ciceri's backpack and helmet still inside, but there has been no trace of him since.

Why it matters

Ciceri's disappearance has puzzled authorities, as the circumstances around his vanishing are highly unusual. The case has raised concerns in the local community about the safety of the Elwha River area and the challenges of locating missing persons, especially those who may be transient.

The details

According to investigators, Ciceri was last seen on November 18th after borrowing a motorcycle to meet a friend near the Elwha River. The next day, the motorcycle was found abandoned on Lower Elwha Road, just a short distance from his destination. Ciceri's backpack and helmet were still at the scene, and witnesses reported seeing a man believed to be Ciceri working on the bike, which was found to have mechanical problems.

  • Loren T. Ciceri was last seen on November 18th.
  • The abandoned motorcycle was discovered the following day on November 19th.

The players

Loren T. Ciceri

A 35-year-old man who has been missing since November 2026 after vanishing under unusual circumstances near the Elwha River in Port Angeles, Washington.

Clallam County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency leading the search and investigation for the missing man.

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What’s next

The Clallam County Sheriff's Office is urging anyone with information about Loren T. Ciceri's whereabouts or the circumstances surrounding his disappearance to contact them immediately.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in locating missing persons, especially those who may be transient or in remote areas. The community is hopeful that renewed efforts will help provide answers and closure for Ciceri's loved ones.