The search for 17-year-old Andrei Potertikov, who disappeared on July 23 in the Kochenevo working settlement of the Novosibirsk region, has entered its second week. Volunteers, local residents, and the Ministry of Emergency Situations are continuing their efforts to locate the missing teenager.

The LizaAlert regional detachment has reported extensive search operations involving various resources. Aviation and drones have been deployed to survey the area from above, while all-terrain vehicles have covered significant ground.

The search area includes forests and fields within the Kochenevsky district. A mounted group has also been involved, focusing on areas with difficult terrain.

Volunteer numbers have fluctuated throughout the search, with as many as 114 people participating on the second day. Despite the combined efforts of volunteers and professional rescuers, Andrei remains missing.

Andrei Potertikov is described as being 172 centimeters tall, of normal build, with light brown hair and blue eyes. When last seen, he was wearing a brown T-shirt, black and blue pants, and dark gray sneakers.

Anyone with information regarding Andrei’s whereabouts is urged to contact the authorities at 8-800-700-54-52 or 112.