Georgetown County sheriff's deputies now have a proven tool to help them find missing persons.
Project Lifesaver started ten years ago, and since then has helped law enforcement around the county located 1,800 missing persons.
It involves a small transmitter that can be worn as a bracelet or carried in a pocketbook or pants pocket. For the cost of $450 initially, plus $150 a year every year after that, the participant can then be located by deputies, who are trained to carry remote locating sensors--basically portable antennas--can locate the missing person by tracking the sound emitted by the transmitter.
It's intended for use by Alzheimer's patients, people who may have Down Syndrome, dementia, or need regular medication.
"It's dangerous for them to be out without somebody," said Georgetown County Sheriff Lane Cribb. "When they become missing, it's important to find them as soon as possible."
Deputies hope to secure funding through donations from area civic groups, church organizations, or businesses that can help defray the cost for those who want to participate but just may not have the money.
"I don't know how many people would meet the criteria," said Cribb. "I'm sure it's more than we could imagine."
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