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Police issued a statewide Endangered Missing Adult Alert for David Colebrook, 65, in Cincinnati. Colebrook has dementia and walked away from a hospital in the city’s 45204 area on Aug. 12. Authorities are asking the public to watch for him and report any sightings.
A Cincinnati man with dementia is now being searched after he walked away from a hospital in the 45204 area of Cincinnati.
David Colebrook, the missing man, was last seen at about 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12.
The Ohio Attorney General’s office issued an Endangered Missing Adult Alert following the report.
The alert identifies Colebrook as a 65-year-old man. He is 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighs about 155 pounds.
Colebrook has gray hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a tie-dye shirt, blue jeans and blue shoes.
Police seek help finding missing Cincinnati man
Cincinnati police are asking residents to remain alert for Colebrook. Anyone who sees him should call 911 or contact the Cincinnati Police Department.
Police listed the department’s phone number as 513-263-8121.
How does people with dementia behave?
The statewide alert remains active based on the latest information available Thursday. No announcement confirming that Colebrook has been located was included in the latest reports reviewed for this article.
People with dementia can behave very differently depending on the type and stage, but common changes include:
- Confusion or disorientation: They may not know where they are, what day it is, or how they got somewhere.
- Wandering: A person may leave home, a hospital, or another familiar place and have difficulty finding their way back.
- Memory problems: They may repeatedly ask the same questions or forget recent conversations.
- Difficulty recognizing people or places: They may not recognize family members or familiar surroundings.
- Changes in judgment: They may make decisions that seem unusual or unsafe.
- Agitation or anxiety: Unfamiliar environments, noise, or feeling lost can make them frightened or upset.
- Communication problems: They may struggle to find words or explain what they need.
- Changes in personality: Someone who was calm may become suspicious, irritable, withdrawn, or unusually fearful.
- Sleep changes: Some people become more confused or restless in the evening or at night, sometimes called sundowning.
- Difficulty following directions: Even simple instructions can become difficult, especially when the person is stressed.
For a missing person with dementia, one particularly important concern is that the person may continue walking without realizing they are lost. They might also be unable to tell someone their name, address, or where they need to go.
If someone encounters a confused person who may be missing, it’s generally best to stay calm, speak simply, avoid arguing, and contact police or emergency services rather than trying to force the person to go somewhere.
FAQs
Where was David Colebrook last seen?
David Colebrook was last seen at about 11:45 a.m. Aug. 12 after walking away from a hospital in Cincinnati’s 45204 area. Police have issued a statewide Endangered Missing Adult Alert.
How old is David Colebrook?
Colebrook is 65 years old. Authorities said he has dementia and are concerned about his safety.
What does David Colebrook look like?
Colebrook is 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighs about 155 pounds. He has gray hair and blue eyes and was last seen wearing a tie-dye shirt, blue jeans and blue shoes.
What should I do if I see David Colebrook?
Anyone who sees Colebrook should call 911 or contact the Cincinnati Police Department at 513-263-8121. Police are asking the public to report sightings rather than attempt to handle the situation themselves.
