Was on leave from in the South Glens Falls, NY area from St Albans Naval Hospital in Long Island. Had been under treatment for an injured hand. He was en route to report back to the Hospital when he was reported last seen hitch hiking along the Glens Falls / South Glens Falls bridge over the Hudson River. He had no extra clothing or personal items, and only a minimal amount of cash at the time. He never reported to the Hospital, and was never seen again.