Crime & Safety

At Risk Man Reported Missing From Eaton Fire Burn Area In Altadena

An 86-year-old man believed to have been displaced by the Eaton Fire was reported missing in Altadena.

Roosevelt Pullem was last in contact with his family on Jan. 10 in the 2800 block of Highview Avenue in Altadena.
Roosevelt Pullem was last in contact with his family on Jan. 10 in the 2800 block of Highview Avenue in Altadena. (Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department)

ALTADENA, CA — The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is searching for an 89-year-old man who was displaced by the Eaton Fire in Altadena, and they're asking for the public's help to find him.

Roosevelt Pullem was last in contact with his family on Jan. 10 in the 2800 block of Highview Avenue in Altadena.

"He is believed to have been displaced by the Eaton Fire. Mr. Pullem's family is concerned for his well-being," LASD said in a statement.

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Pullem was described as an 86-year-old man with brown hair and brown eyes. Pullem weighs about 165 lbs and is 5 feet 6 inches tall.

Anyone who has information about Pullem's whereabouts was asked to contact the LASD Missing Persons Detail at 323-890-5500. To submit an anonymous tip, call 800-222-8477 or visit LACrimeStoppers.org.

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