A neighbor heard the vehicle start at 5:45 a.m., according to the man.
The man’s wallet, which included his military identification, was in the vehicle and his dogtags were hanging on the rearview mirror. Also inside was a folder with college applications.
The resident said access was likely gained through a faulty driver-side window, which could be pushed down. He said the car’s key was on the floor behind the driver’s seat.
Police were given a description of the vehicle for local agencies to be looking for it.
The vehicle was found in a cornfield in Camden two days later.