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Oct 31, 2024
Oct 31, 2024
Lloyd
Petete
76
76
65 inches
160 lbs
American Indian / Alaska Native
Male
In the autumn of 2024, concern grew for the well-being of Lloyd Rio Petete, a 76-year-old man from Newcastle, Oklahoma. On the evening of October 30th, he was at the Riverwind Casino when he was last seen walking away from the establishment at approximately 6:55 PM. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a red shirt with "OKLAHOMA" in white lettering, a blue hat with a red bill, blue jeans, and gray and white shoes. The Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police were handling the investigation into his disappearance. Details regarding the circumstances leading up to the moment he walked away from the casino remain unclear. As an elder of the community and an enrolled member of The Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, his sudden absence prompted immediate concern from his family and law enforcement. The initial report and subsequent investigation focused on retracing his steps and understanding the events of that evening. In a fortunate turn of events, Lloyd Rio Petete was located and found to be alive, bringing an end to the search. The specific details surrounding his recovery, including the date and his condition, have not been widely publicized. This case, which began with a concerning departure from a local casino, ultimately concluded with the safe return of a community member. The period of uncertainty surrounding his whereabouts was resolved, bringing relief to his loved ones.
Oct 30, 2024
Newcastle
Oklahoma
McClain County
Newcastle
Yes
155704
Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police
Ada
Oklahoma
Pontotoc County
74820
1130 West Main, Oklahoma
5804361166
Tribal
Law Enforcement
2024-30671
2024-10-31
Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police
Gray or Partially Gray
Brown
Brown
Yes
06/20/2026
