State police issued a Silver Alert late Sunday for 63-year-old Albert James Lee, who was reported missing from Kenner. Lee was last seen around 12:30 p.m. Sunday near the intersection of West Esplanade Avenue and Loyola Drive. He is 6 feet 1 inch tall, weighs about 289 pounds, and was wearing a gray sweatshirt, red sweatpants, red tennis shoes and sunglasses when he was last seen.
Louisiana State Police issued the alert and circulated Lee's description to aid local searches, according to WBRZ. The Kenner Police Department lists its non-emergency dispatch line as 504-712-2222 on its website and has asked anyone with information to call that number or dial 911; see the Kenner Police Department for contact details.
What a Silver Alert Means
As outlined by the Louisiana State Police, Silver Alerts are issued to help locate missing adults who are 60 or older or who have cognitive impairments when their disappearance is considered a credible threat to their health or safety. These alerts are distributed through law-enforcement channels and media partners rather than the Emergency Alert System, which allows authorities to enlist public help without interrupting regular broadcasts.
How To Help
Neighbors are encouraged to look around the area where Lee was last seen, including nearby businesses, parking lots and transit stops, and to check with local hospitals or shelters if they believe they may have spotted him. If you see someone matching Lee's description, do not approach; instead, immediately contact the Kenner Police Department at 504-712-2222 or call 911 so trained officers can respond.
