I don't get the train of thought here, the local sheriff's office's one I mean, and it might be because I come from another culture. To bring him back for what? communicating with him on a daily basis, what for?
He is lucky I am not running anything there. All he would be getting is an invoice to be paid immediately, charges, and notification that his US citizenship has been revoked. Someone who behaves like this is an appalling representative/ambassador for a country and he has betrayed so many people. Tell him ''Good luck in your new life in Uzbekistan or wherever, and good riddance!''
Let's spend resources and time in people who are genuinely missing due to circumstances beyond their control.
PS: The gentleman just finished the conference and got all emotional, he is a good man.