Concerns Rise Over Missing South Dakota Father in San Antonio

Concerns Rise Over Missing South Dakota Father in San Antonio

San Antonio — There’s a growing sense of unease after a father from South Dakota, James Hamling, arrived in San Antonio but went missing shortly after. His sister, Angie Stanford, is understandably worried and is reaching out to the community for help. “I just want him back,” she expressed, her voice heavy with concern.

The Arrival and Disappearance

On a quiet Friday night, surveillance footage captured Hamling disembarking from a plane at the San Antonio International Airport. He traveled to the city to assist his sister with her move, and Angie had been eagerly awaiting his arrival. “It was all planned,” she shared, clearly distressed. She added that she had even spoken to him while he was en route to the airport, expressing how well he seemed. “He seemed fine when he left South Dakota,” she recalled, mentioning that their mother had dropped him off.

When Angie arrived at the airport to pick him up, however, things took a troubling turn. The anticipation of reuniting with her brother quickly shifted to panic when her attempts to contact him fell flat. “My texts and phone calls were not going through,” she said, frustration creeping into her tone. She drove around the airport multiple times, searching for any sign of him, but unfortunately, her efforts were in vain.

Searching for Clues

After waiting for a while, Angie decided to return to the airport the following morning. It was then that she managed to obtain footage from surveillance cameras, which not only confirmed that Hamling had arrived but also suggested he got into what appeared to be a cab shortly afterward. “He was wearing a blue shirt, khaki pants, and had on a cap and glasses,” she stated, describing her brother’s appearance. Despite the strangeness of the situation, San Antonio Airport Police couldn’t provide any substantial help as they couldn’t discern a name or plate number from the footage.

In her determination to locate her brother, Angie reached out to several taxi companies, yet most were unhelpful, leaving her feeling even more lost. “It’s been really frustrating,” she admitted.

Family Concerns

The situation is even more alarming considering that Hamling has a documented history of mental illness. However, Angie insists that this behavior is completely out of character for him. “Whatever situation is going on in his head, like I don’t care, we will work through it,” she stated resolutely. “I just want him safe.”

Hamling’s family is deeply concerned since he is unfamiliar with the area. Angie noted that he has two tattoos featuring his boys on his forearm, and he may be carrying a blue and white or green backpack, which could aid anyone who might cross his path.

Police Involvement

As the search continues, local authorities have conducted thorough checks of nearby hospitals and even reached out to the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office in hopes of finding any clues. But so far, no leads have surfaced.

A Call for Help

The family is urging anyone who may have seen James Hamling or has any information regarding his whereabouts to step forward. They ask that people contact the San Antonio Police Department at 210-207-7660. Every bit of information could be vital in bringing him back home safely.

In times like this, the community’s involvement can make all the difference. As the search intensifies, thoughts and prayers go out to the Hamling family in hopes for a swift and safe reunion.