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Sumter County Deputies Search for Missing 63-Year-Old Bushnell Man

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Published on September 28, 2026
Sumter County Deputies Search for Missing 63-Year-Old Bushnell ManSource: Sumter County Sheriff's Office-Florida / Facebook

Sumter County deputies are searching for a 63-year-old man reported missing out of Bushnell and considered endangered. John Kirkland was last seen wearing a blue hoodie, blue jeans and black Converse shoes, and authorities are asking anyone who may have spotted him to come forward.

According to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, deputies have been searching the area of County Road 330 as they work to locate Kirkland, as reported by FOX 35 Orlando. He is described as standing 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing 150 pounds, with brown eyes and gray hair.

Distinctive Features Could Help Identify Him

Deputies also noted that Kirkland has tattoos on his shoulder and arm, a detail that could help anyone who encounters him confirm his identity. The station's report indicates he was last seen in the blue hoodie, blue jeans and black Converse sneakers described by the sheriff's office.

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office has requested any information that could help locate Kirkland. Anyone with details on his whereabouts is asked to call the Sumter County Sheriff's Office at 352-793-2621.