The Long Beach Police Department has issued a call for public assistance in locating Theodore Cannon, a 61-year-old man with mental health conditions, who went missing on May 15, 2024, after being discharged from St. Mary's Hospital. Officials describe Cannon as a Black male, approximately 5'7" in height, 160 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes, last seen wearing a green Nike hoodie and black pants, and no notable scars, marks, or tattoos. Cannon, who is under conservatorship, should not have been released on his own, given his condition and the risk involved, according to the Long Beach Police Department.
As per the Long Beach Police Department, authorities stated that Cannon does not have a vehicle, cell phone, or any tracking device, and it is uncertain how much cash he might have on him, he has been missing in the past and was found nearby but this time his whereabouts remain unknown sparking concerns due to his vulnerable state. Concerns are particularly heightened given his history of mental issues and the fact that he is under a conservatorship, which normally restricts his ability to wander off unsupervised.
The police are urging anyone with information about Cannon's whereabouts to come forward. They stress that those wishing to remain anonymous have several options for providing tips, including calling the local "LA Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), using the "P3 Tips" smartphone application, or visiting their website.
