On March 1, a Silver Alert was issued for 79-year-old Charles Deeds from Auburndale, Florida. Deeds was last seen in the 140th block of Holiday Lane, and authorities are concerned for his safety. He is described as a white male, standing about 5’10”, weighing 175 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes. At the time he went missing, he was wearing a flannel polo shirt and khaki pants. Deeds may be traveling in a 2003 white Chevrolet Suburban with Florida tag number 1892VV, which has an American flag sticker on the right side of the rear windshield and damage to the right rear fender. The possible location of his travel is the Tampa area, located about 40 miles east-northeast of Auburndale.
For anyone who might have information regarding Charles Deeds’s whereabouts, you can reach out to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Missing Endangered Persons Information Clearinghouse at 1-888-FL MISSING (1-888-356-4774) or contact the Auburndale Police Department at 863-965-5555. If you see him or have any immediate information, please call 911.
What is a Silver Alert?
The Silver Alert program is specifically designed to assist in locating missing persons, particularly seniors or individuals with cognitive impairments, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. In Florida, a Silver Alert can be issued when an individual is 60 years or older, or if they are between the ages of 18 and 59 and lack the capacity to consent. This program aims to disseminate critical information quickly to help ensure these vulnerable individuals are safely returned home.
The Silver Alert system represents a collaborative effort involving local law enforcement, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Florida Department of Transportation, the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, and more. By utilizing various channels such as radio broadcasts, lottery machines, dynamic message signs, and 511 services, the program strives to enhance the chances of safely locating missing persons. More details about the Silver Alert program can be found on the official website of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
As of now, the Silver Alert for Charles Deeds has been canceled, indicating that he has been located safely. This case highlights the importance of community awareness and the role of programs like Silver Alerts in protecting our most vulnerable citizens. Stay tuned for updates and make sure to keep an eye out for any alerts in your area!