South Dakota Family Is 'Desperate' To Find Missing Son ASAP

UPDATE: Jan 6, 2026 - 6:09 AM

Sad Update On Missing South Dakota Man

We alerted you on Monday about a missing South Dakota man named Ryan Grimm, who hasn't been heard from since Saturday morning. Later on Monday evening, Ryan's family and loved ones shared some devastating news.

39-year-old Ryan Grimm from Pukwana, South Dakota, has passed away. His family and friends have confirmed this heartbreaking update.

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It's always scary when a loved one goes missing, and one South Dakota family is fearing time may be running out.

39-year-old Ryan Grimm from Pukwana, South Dakota, has been missing since Saturday, January 3rd. His family hasn't heard from Ryan since he left in the morning.

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Brule County Sheriff's Office (via Facebook)

Ryan Grimm's family and loved ones have been sharing posts on social media to see if South Dakota communities have seen him. The Brule County Sheriff's Office even shared its own Facebook post about Ryan.

Here's the latest information we know about Ryan Grimm's disappearance.

Ryan Grimm, 39 of Pukwana, SD went missing Saturday morning, January 3rd. Leaving in his 2016 Blue Honda Civic. Lic #13V904. He is a kind and caring person and is approachable. He is suffering a medical crisis and is without his medication. He left with no phone, money or identification. He is 5’6”, 150 lbs and now has a beard

His family is very concerned about Ryan's health and well-being.

Please help us find Ryan, he is an amazing, kind person full of life. If anyone seen him, please reach out. Please pray for his safe return.

Ryan is a dear friend of mine and this absolutely breaks my heart. Hoping and praying for a safe return home soon!!!

Please be on the lookout for him

It's clear that Ryan is loved by many people throughout South Dakota. One Facebook post has been shared over 1,000 times.

How Can South Dakota Help Find Ryan Grimm?

If you have seen Ryan Grimm or have knowledge about his whereabouts, you're encouraged to contact the Brule County Sheriff's Office at 605-234-4443. You can also reach out to the Chamberlain Police Department at 605-234-4406.

Ryan could be anywhere, and his family just wants to know he's safe. Especially since he has a medical condition. The clock is ticking...let's bring Ryan home!

9 Driving Laws in South Dakota that Might Surprise You, Some You Didn't Know Existed

There are some things you can do on South Dakota roads that you may have once thought illegal but aren't.

While perusing the South Dakota Department of Public Safety I was reminded of some things that come up in conversation quite often.

Like, can you ride in the back of a pickup? Here's the answer along with eight other surprising South Dakota driving laws:

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South Dakota's Weird Exotic Animal Laws Are Amazing

Have an interesting pet or looking to get one? Check this out from South Dakota Exotic Animal Laws before you go trying to adopt one.

You will need a zoo permit to harbor a raccoon dog. That's a real species. It's a small wild dog with a black facial mask and long fur, native to the forests of Asia.

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