Sheriff Seeks Public Help Locating Missing Santa Monica Man
Authorities are searching for a 24-year-old man who was last seen on Brooktree Road on Wednesday afternoon.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Accidents
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is asking for public assistance to locate 24-year-old Andrew William Weidhaas. He was reported as an at-risk missing person after he was last seen in Santa Monica.
Why it matters
Weidhaas is considered at-risk because he has mental health conditions and is medically dependent, necessitating an urgent search. Officials are asking anyone with information to contact them immediately to ensure his safety.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation into this missing person case. Officials are asking anyone with information to call 323-890-5500.
The players
Andrew William Weidhaas
He is a 24-year-old man who has been reported as an at-risk missing person.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
This is the law enforcement agency responsible for investigating missing person reports and coordinating public search efforts in the county.
The details
Andrew William Weidhaas is described as 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 140 pounds, with shoulder-length brown hair and green eyes. He was last seen wearing yellow pants, a gray sweater, gray shoes, and carrying a blue bag.
Timeline
Andrew William Weidhaas was last seen at 3:55 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Legal Context
The search follows the established community alert pattern for vulnerable individuals set by the California Silver Alert system. Local law enforcement frequently uses these protocols to mobilize the public when an individual with specific medical needs disappears.
Residents in the Santa Monica area are encouraged to remain observant and report any sightings of the individual described by the sheriff's office. Providing timely information to authorities is critical for the safe recovery of at-risk individuals.
The takeaway
When an at-risk person goes missing, the public acts as a vital extension of the search efforts. Keeping descriptive details like clothing and physical markers in mind can significantly assist local law enforcement in these time-sensitive investigations.
Further reading
For updates on local emergency information, visit the Santa Monica Accidents section.
