Indiana State Police have issued a Silver Alert for Merrill Andrews, an 83-year-old man reported missing from Marion, Indiana. Andrews, described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, 170 pounds with white hair and blue eyes, was last seen on October 20, according to WRTV. The last known sighting of him was early Sunday, wearing a tan baseball cap, a blue puffy coat, blue jeans, and white tennis shoes.
There is a growing concern for Andrews' well-being as he suffers from dementia and diabetes, conditions that necessitate medical attention. Officials believe that he is in extreme danger. Noting that he previously expressed a desire to hitchhike to North Carolina, Marion police are seeking information from the public that can assist in locating him. Andrews' connection to North Carolina, however, remains unclarified in the reports. He walked away from Northwood Manor, a care home in Marion, which is located about 85 miles northeast of Indianapolis, as reported by WISH-TV.
Police are urging anyone who might spot Andrews or have any relevant information regarding his whereabouts to not hesitate to contact the authorities. For those wishing to offer assistance in the search, the Marion Police Department can be reached at 765-662-9981 or through 911 in emergencies. The community's vigilance has the potential to reunite Merrill Andrews with his family and ensure his safety, detailed by as detailed by FOX59.
