The Atlanta Police Department is actively seeking assistance in locating Shelton Turner, a 67-year-old man reported missing. Turner was last seen over a month ago on June 28, around 1 p.m. at 1783 Johnson Road NW. The appeal for information to the public is ongoing as concerns about his safety escalate.
Details provided by the police sketch a picture of Turner at the time of his disappearance: he's described as 5 feet, 7 inches tall, approximately 180 pounds, last observed wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans. These specifics were shared in hopes that they might jog the memory of anyone who may have to cross paths with Turner. According to a statement obtained by FOX5 Atlanta, authorities have provided a photograph to aid in his identification.
The Adult Missing Persons Unit at the Atlanta Police Department is spearheading the search efforts. They are asking anyone with information, however seemingly insignificant, to come forward and help to restore him back to his community and loved ones.
In pursuit of garnering community support, the police stress that no piece of information is too small. They strongly encourage anyone with details that might lead to locating Turner to urgently call 911 or to directly reach out to the Adult Missing Persons Unit at 404-546-4235, as reported by Atlanta News First. The call for public assistance reflects the high priority placed on Turner's safety by local law enforcement.
