Prominent Niagara County Attorney Reported Missing; Public Urged to Help as Family Concerned for Safety

The Lockport Police Department and the family of a well-known Niagara County attorney are asking for the public’s help in locating 46-year-old Scott Stopa who has been missing since Tuesday, May 27th, 2025.

Stopa, a respected member of the local legal community, was last seen on Tuesday but has not been heard from since. According to his family, he is without his phone making it especially difficult to contact or trace him.

He was believed to be driving a gray Jeep with New York license plate LMN 1147. No recent sightings of the vehicle have been reported.

“Our family is extremely concerned for Scott’s safety and well-being,” a family member said in a public appeal on social media. “This is completely out of character for him.”

Authorities have not yet indicated whether foul play is suspected, but the case is being actively investigated. There are additional concerns that Niagara Action will not publish that make locating him increasingly urgent. As of Tuesday evening, police have not confirmed any new leads.

Anyone who has seen Scott Stopa, or has information about his whereabouts, is urged to contact the Lockport Police Department immediately or reach out to the family at (716) 280-9938.

The family is also asking the public to share this on social media to increase visibility and bring Scott home safely.

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Prominent Niagara County Attorney Reported Missing; Public Urged to Help as Family Concerned for Safety