The Chicago Police Department has issued a missing person alert for 75-year-old Orval O’Neal, also known by his nickname "Bubba," who was last seen on Tuesday. According to the department's notice, O’Neal is described as a Black male with a medium brown complexion, standing at 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing approximately 180 pounds, with gray or partially gray hair and brown eyes.
O’Neal was reported missing after last being seen on foot in the vicinity of the 12100 block of S. Throop St., wearing a black baseball cap, red shirt, and blue jeans. The public is encouraged to come forth with any information that might aid in locating the elderly man. The specifics of his last known whereabouts or the circumstances leading up to his disappearance have not been disclosed by authorities at this time, which is leaving his family and community in a state of anxious uncertainty as the holidays approach.
The Chicago Police Area Two Special Victims Unit (SVU) is handling the case and is actively seeking assistance from the public. Anyone who might have seen Orval O’Neal or has knowledge pertaining to his current whereabouts is urged to contact the SVU at 312-747-8274.
