The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued a Silver Alert for Henry Johnson, a 79-year-old man with cognitive impairment, reported missing in the heart of Austin's night. According to KVUE, Johnson was last seen Wednesday night, driving a black 2017 GMC Yukon with Texas license plate DV53729, near the 6500 block of Auburnhill Street.
Officials have described the situation as urgent, stressing that Johnson's disappearance could threaten his safety and overall wellbeing. The Austin Police Department is heading up the search and asking the public for any information that might lead to locating Johnson, who was said to be wearing a maroon checkered flannel, gray pants, and a black Vietnam hat, as reported by KXAN.
Described by law enforcement officials as posing a credible threat to his own health and safety, Henry Johnson is a Black male, 5’9” tall, weighs about 203 pounds and is bald with brown eyes. Tips on Johnson's whereabouts will be welcomed by the Austin Police Department, reachable at (512) 974-5000.
For those concerned with other missing persons in Texas, the DPS' Missing Persons Clearinghouse, in conjunction with the Unidentified Persons and DNA unit, has established an online resource. This website allows users to search for individuals by including details such as name, case number, and where they were last seen. Anyone with knowledge of Johnson's location is urged to act immediately in contacting authorities, potentially providing a key piece of information that could ensure his safe return.
