The Broward Sheriff's Office is urgently calling on the community to assist in the search for a Deerfield Beach resident, 66-year-old Leon Dunne Jr., who has been missing since last Saturday morning. According to the authorities, Dunne was last seen in the vicinity of the 200 block of Northeast 44th Street.
Dunne is described as standing 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighing around 160 pounds. The day he disappeared, he was wearing a dark blue jacket, a short sleeve polo shirt, and light blue jeans. The WSVN report includes a detail that Dunne experiences mental illness, which adds to the urgency of locating him safely.
The Broward Sheriff's Office has provided a contact for anyone who might have information about Dunne's current whereabouts. Detective Leonard Charla can be reached at 954-321-4274. In addition, the BSO non-emergency number is available at 954-764-HELP (4357) for tips or any relevant information.
On social media, the BSO reiterated their call for public assistance, sharing an image and details of Dunne and the circumstances of his last known appearance. "MISSING PERSON: Have you seen 66yo Leon Dunne Jr.?" the Broward Sheriff's post begins, encouraging the community to come forward if they have seen Dunne or have any information that could help reunite him with his family and loved ones.
MISSING PERSON: Have you seen 66yo Leon Dunne Jr.? He was last seen around 11:15 am on 1/3 in the 200 block of NE 44th St in Deerfield Beach. He is 5’8”, weighs about 160 lbs and was wearing a dark blue jacket and light blue jeans. Call 954-321-4274 w/info https://t.co/c0B9hwpw7r pic.twitter.com/D5W1RoD471
— Broward Sheriff (@browardsheriff) January 8, 2026
