Missing Person Blake Cochran Located:
Blake Cochran was reported missing during the night of September 25, 2016. An investigation into where Cochran was last seen began immediately, leading officers to the discovery of Cochran's vehicle at Laurel Creek staging area. Searches for Blake began immediately, including three separate searches of the Laurel Creek recreational area and the connecting foothills.
On September 27, 2016, after the third search of the Laurel Creek recreational area missing person Blake Cochran was located; first responders determined Blake was deceased. Cochran was located about a quarter of a mile from the Laurel Creek staging area parking lot in a remote area off of the marked walking path.
Based on an initial investigation, there was no evidence located that would indicate foul play. At this time it appears Cochran's death was a result of suicide. The Pleasanton Police Department has been in contact with Cochran's family and the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Coroner's Bureau throughout the investigation.
Any questions regarding this case should be directed to the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Coroner's Bureau.
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Original Post:
Blake is missing. Help us get him home. This is Blake Cochran. He is 6'1" and weighs about 165 lbs. He is a 25 year old white male with blonde hair and blue eyes. Blake has been missing since 9/25 and was last seen in the city of Pleasanton (no detailed location available). It is not known what Blake was last wearing.
If you have any information about where Blake Cochran may be please contact the Pleasanton Police Department at (925) 931-5100.
