Crime & Safety

Missing Alzheimer's Patient In Miami

Charles Morris was last seen on Tuesday morning.

MIAMI, FL — An 80-year-old Alheimer's patient was reported missing Tuesday in Miami. Charles Morris, Jr. was last seen in the 2900 block of NW 17th Avenue around 8 a.m.

"Mr. Morris has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. He went missing from the area of 2901 NW 17 Avenue and was last seen wearing a dark colored shirt and jeans," explained Officer Kiara Delva of the Miami Police Department.

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Morris is described as black, 6 feet tall, 120 pounds with hazel eyes and salt and pepper hair. He was last seen wearing glasses, a possibly blue or black dark shirt and jeans.

To report a tip, call the missing persons detail at 305-603 -6300 or 305-579-6111. Alternatively, send an email to 40906@MIAMI-POLICE.ORG.

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