After a tense search that rallied both the Chula Vista Police Department and local residents, 91-year-old Lawrence Miller was found safe. The Chula Vista Police Department shared the update via X post, expressing gratitude for the community’s support in locating the senior who had been missing since February 2.

FINAL UPDATE - Lawrence Miller has been located safe. Thank you all for you assistance in helping locate Mr. Miller! pic.twitter.com/NOa2aMN8Lo

— Chula Vista Police Department (@ChulaVistaPD) February 4, 2024

Miller, whose disappearance had activated a Silver Alert, was described to have gray hair and brown eyes, standing 5'6" and weighing 197 lbs. by the Chula Vista Police. Yet, the California Highway Patrol reported him as 5'7" tall and 230 pounds. The senior was last seen driving a black Chrysler 300, with license plate 6FIJ157, near his residence near E H St and Rutgers Ave in National City.

In efforts to support the search, the California Highway Patrol confirmed - "LAWRENCE MILLER WAS LAST SEEN ON FEBRUARY 2, 2024, AT APPROXIMATELY 1945 HOURS, IN CHULA VISTA, SAN DIEGO COUNTY," - reported Hoodline. Miller last observed wearing a black leather jacket, was believed to be in his vehicle, making the public's role instrumental for the authorities in their search.

The community response to the police's appeal was immediate, seeing citizens actively participating in locating the at-risk senior. The Chula Vista Police and CHP urged anyone with information to come forward, highlighting the critical nature of time in situations where seniors go missing. Law enforcement's activation of the Silver Alert reflected their concern for Miller's welfare.

Now found, the relief among those involved in the search is palpable as efforts transitioned from urgent searching to collective gratitude for a safe outcome. The Chula Vista Police Department ended its announcement with a simple, heartfelt thanks to all who aided in bringing Lawrence Miller home.