Silver Alert Declared for Missing 41-Year-Old Man from Delphi
Delphi Police Department Issues Alert for Missing Man
Authorities in Delphi, Indiana, have issued a Silver Alert for a 41-year-old man who has been reported missing since Sunday evening. The missing man, identified as Johnathon Smith, was last seen leaving his residence on foot at approximately 8:00 PM on March 5th, 2023. He has not been seen or heard from since.
Smith is described as a white male, standing 5'10" tall and weighing approximately 180 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a black jacket, blue jeans, and brown work boots.
According to the Delphi Police Department, Smith suffers from a medical condition that requires regular medication. He may be disoriented or confused if he does not have access to his medication.
Public Assistance Requested in Locating Missing Man
The Delphi Police Department is urging the public to be on the lookout for Johnathon Smith and to report any sightings immediately. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact the Delphi Police Department at (574) 564-2912.
Silver Alert Criteria and Protocol
A Silver Alert is a public notification system designed to help locate missing elderly or disabled individuals who are at risk due to cognitive impairment. The Silver Alert system in Indiana is activated when law enforcement determines that a missing person meets specific criteria, including:
- Being 65 years or older or having a cognitive impairment
- Being missing for a period of time
- Being at risk of harm or injury
When a Silver Alert is issued, law enforcement agencies and the media work together to broadcast information about the missing person to the public. The public is encouraged to be vigilant and report any sightings or information that may assist in locating the missing individual.
