Family, Friends Searching For Man Missing Since May 21

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY — Andy Neiman has been missing since Friday, May 21.

His family said he walked out of the MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie and is believed to be still in the area.

Neiman has a history of mental illness and may be suffering from psychosis, his family said.

Organizers are trying to raise funds so a private investigator who specializes in missing persons can organize search activities.

The goal on the fundraising site GoFundMe is set at $40,000, and more than $28,000 has been raised as of midday Friday.

According to a Facebook post, Neiman's friends and family have hired a drone company, dogs and boats for searching the shoreline.

Now they are asking people to actually hit the ground and search for Neiman.

Two shifts have been set up for Saturday, beginning at MidHudson Regional Hospital. The first shift is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; the second, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Volunteers are asked to wear red so the drones won't be confused. You will be provided with further instructions, including a script for what to say if you see Neiman.

If interested in helping, go here.

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