The Broward Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance in the case of a missing elderly man in Oakland Park. As reported by Local 10 News, 67-year-old Michael Lennon, who suffers from dementia, has not been seen since Tuesday afternoon. Details provided by detectives say Lennon was last spotted around 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday, in the vicinity of the 300 block of Northwest 43rd Court.
Lennon is described as being 5 feet, 8 inches tall, weighing about 150 pounds, with white hair and blue eyes. Reported missing by the family, who have expressed concern owing to his dementia, he was said to be dressed in a black jacket, yellow tie, blue jeans, and black shoes at the time of his disappearance. The Broward Sheriff's post on the matter mirrored much of this information, although they listed his height slightly taller at 5'10".
MISSING PERSON: Have you seen 67 y/o Michael Lennon? He was last seen near the 300 block of Northwest 43rd Court in Oakland Park. He is 5’10” tall and weighs around 150 pounds. Call 954-321-4268 with info. https://t.co/lidzhjJkYe pic.twitter.com/DXnJlCw7W0
— Broward Sheriff (@browardsheriff) December 17, 2025
Authorities and the Missing Persons Unit are urging the public to come forward with any information they may have. BSO Detective Chris Blankenship, who is handling the case, can be reached at 954-321-4268. The sheriff's office also offers a non-emergency number for tips at 954-764-4357. The call for public assistance is a crucial part of the search effort, given the vulnerabilities associated with Lennon's medical condition.
Anyone who might have seen Lennon or has information on his whereabouts is encouraged to come forward. The official BSO X account has also released a bulletin, featuring a link to a flyer with Lennon's photo and details in the hopes that visibility on social media may lead to a successful resolution.
