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High-risk elderly man missing for days found safe: VicPD

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UPDATE: VicPD say 87-year-old Russell Carmichael has been found safe.

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Victoria Police are asking the public to help locate a missing elderly man who hasn’t been seen in days, calling it a “high-risk” case.

Russell Carmichael, 87, was last seen on Monday, May 2nd and is believed to be driving a mid-2000s Chrysler Sebring Touring sedan with BC license plate PY 7128. 

However, VicPD say he doesn’t have a valid driver’s license and isn’t medically fit to drive.

Described as Caucasian and standing 5’10”, Carmichael weighs around 185 pounds with a slim build, shoulder-length white hair and unkempt facial hair.

He also wears glasses, has mobility issues and requires a scooter to get around, according to police.

https://twitter.com/vicpdcanada/status/1521943667769896961

VicPD officers are currently working to locate Carmichael to ensure his safety, asking anyone with information about his whereabouts to call (250) 955-7654.

To make an anonymous report, tipsters can call Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-8477.

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