Dupree, S.D. – The Low Dog family is calling on the town and surrounding area to come together for a public prayer vigil Saturday, Nov. 7, at 5 p.m. The gathering will be held at the corner of Callen and Fifth, with a shared meal to follow. The event is intended to provide prayer, encouragement, and community solidarity as the search for 25‑year‑old Jory Low Dog continues.
Family’s heartfelt plea
Elaine LowDog Hopkins, Jory’s mother, expressed the family’s deep anguish in the vigil announcement: “We are tired, we are frustrated, we are sad and scared. We are missing Jory.” She emphasized that anyone who wishes to pray or simply stand in support is welcome, even those who do not know the family personally.
Details of the missing‑person case
Authorities say Jory Low Dog was last seen on Sept. 18 in the Dupree area of Ziebach County. The state’s missing‑person listing describes him as 5 feet 8 inches tall, about 180 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. At the time he was wearing a black coat, gray hoodie, black sweatpants, black shoes, and carrying a military‑style backpack.
In early October, tribal law enforcement asked local residents with security‑camera footage to contact investigators. On Oct. 26, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Police announced a pause in ground‑search operations due to dangerous winter weather and hazardous road conditions, but said investigators continued to follow tips and leads.
Reward offered for information
The Bureau of Indian Affairs’ Office of Justice Services Missing and Murdered Unit has offered a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to locating Jory Low Dog. Anyone with relevant details is urged to contact the investigators directly.
How to help
Community members who have any information about Jory’s whereabouts are asked to reach out to law‑enforcement agencies handling the case. The vigil provides an opportunity for neighbors to stand together, pray, and show the family that they are not alone in this difficult time.
About Dupree
Dupree is a small town in Ziebach County, South Dakota, known for its close‑knit community spirit. Events like this vigil underscore the town’s tradition of rallying around families in need, reflecting the shared values of faith, family, and liberty that define the area.
Original reporting: KOTA (Gray) – local — read the source article.
