Searchers Find Body of Local Man Missing in Area Mountains Since Early July

The body of a man missing since early July was reported found in the local mountains after an extensive search operation. Albert Zisook was last seen on July 1 near Chaney Trail and Loma Alta Drive in Altadena, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

The search operation, which involved over 50 volunteer search and rescue team members from surrounding stations and agencies, was concluded after many days and more than a thousand man-hours, according to the Altadena Mountain Rescue Team.

The search area was demanding and the conditions were challenging. A rescuer from a supporting team sustained severe injuries during the operation, the Team reported.

The outcome of the search was not as hoped, the Altadena Mountain Rescue Team said on social media.

 “Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Albert Zisook,” the Team said.

The teams involved in the search included Sierra Madre, Montrose, San Dimas, Orange County, San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego. Other resources used in the search included the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department Air 5 and a CHP helicopter equipped with a Recco.

“We would like to thank the many volunteers from Search & Rescue teams throughout Southern California, as well as a special thank you to LASD Air Rescue 5 crews for inserting teams into the search area, and CalOES for providing valuable intel from their FIRIS aircraft,” said the Altadena Mountain Rescue Team’s post.