Endangered Orangeburg man found safe

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ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Orangeburg County deputies say Edmonds was located safe and sound.

Original Story (Posted: Sept. 8, 2025):

Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says 63-year-old Norman Edmonds was reported missing from his Blossom Road residence around 9:45 a.m. on Monday, Sept 8. (Photo: Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office)

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Orangeburg County deputies are searching for an endangered Orangeburg man missing since Saturday, say officials.

Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says 63-year-old Norman Edmonds was reported missing from his Blossom Road residence around 9:45 a.m. on Monday, Sept 8.

Edmonds is believed to be suffering from dementia, according to his caregivers.

He is described as a white male standing about 5 foot 8 inches tall and wearing blue jeans, a black shirt, and shiny black boots.

“We received word this morning that this gentleman has been missing for two days. So, we really need to find him as soon as possible,” the sheriff says.

Anyone with information on where he might be is urged to call the Orangeburg County Communications Center at 803-534-3550.