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LPD searching for missing man

Lincoln Police say they’re searching for a missing 74-year-old man Monday morning.
Monday, June 27th 2022, 9:10 AM CDT
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LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Police say they’re searching for a missing 74-year-old man Monday morning.

Police tweeted that they’re searching for 74-year-old Leon Vermillion.

LPD says he was last seen Sunday morning near 40th & Yankee Hill, driving his red, 2019, Chevy Silverado pickup. That vehicle has Nebraska plates that read UYB 475.

Police add that Vermillion may be suffering from physical or dementia-related health issues.

The Nebraska State Patrol has also issued an Endangered Missing Advisory for the 74-year-old. LPD added that the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office will also be searching for Vermillion.

NSP says Vermillion was last seen wearing a blue and white plaid, short-sleeve shirt, a beige hat, and jeans.

Anyone who sees him should contact Lincoln Police at 402-441-6000.

UPDATE: He has been found.