Silver Alert Issued for Atlanta Man with Dementia Missing Near LAX
Search Underway for Missing Atlanta Man Near LAX
LONG BEACH, Calif. – An urgent search is in progress for 68-year-old Thomas Murrell, an Atlanta resident with dementia, who disappeared Sunday night near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Murrell had traveled to the area with his wife to board a cruise when he wandered away from their hotel.
According to reports, Murrell is approximately 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighs around 220 pounds, and has brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a blue shirt, sweatpants, and a green hat.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued a Silver Alert due to the circumstances surrounding Murrell’s condition. This alert aims to mobilize resources and raise public awareness in the search for him. Local authorities are treating the situation with urgency, given both Murrell’s dementia and the bustling environment around the airport district.
Murrell’s family is actively appealing for assistance and has released recent photographs of him in the attire he was wearing. They hope that someone will recognize him or have information on his whereabouts.
The public is urged to remain vigilant, particularly in areas surrounding LAX and local hotels. If anyone sees a man fitting Murrell’s description or has any relevant information, they are encouraged to contact 911 immediately.
