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73-Year-Old Camper Missing After RV Discovered in Adirondack Wilderness
8/28/2026, 4:20:44 AM
Missing Outdoorsman and Discovered RV
Authorities say a 73-year-old man from Mahopac, New York, has not been seen for more than three weeks after his empty recreational vehicle was located at a remote campsite in the Adirondack Mountains. The vehicle was found by New York State Forest Rangers at campsite 36 on Moose River Road in the town of Inlet, with no signs of recent activity. The man was last observed leaving a local store in his RV wearing a dark long-sleeved shirt and jeans in early August.
Background and Typical Behavior
State police note that the missing individual, Craig K. Streeter, is known to take extended off-grid trips, a habit that is not unusual for him. Nonetheless, the length of his absence and the lack of any contact have prompted a coordinated search effort.
Official Statements and Search Effort
The New York State Police (NYSP) have stated that, based on the evidence at the scene, there are currently no indications of foul play. NYSP officials confirmed that multiple law-enforcement agencies have been called in to assist, and the search remains active.
Data and Search Timeline
- Age of missing camper: 73 years.
- Duration of disappearance: over three weeks.
- Location of RV: campsite 36, Moose River Road, Inlet, Adirondack region.
- Last known public sighting: early August, after exiting a store in Indian Lake.
Ongoing Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who may have encountered the camper or observed activity along Moose River Road or nearby remote camping areas to contact the New York State Police at 518-897-2000. The investigation continues while authorities seek tips that could clarify the camper’s whereabouts.
