Chattanooga Police hope you can help find missing man

UPDATE: John R. Brown has been located, unharmed and safe.

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police hope you can help find missing man, 81-year-old John R. Brown.

Police say the 5’9″ tall man walked off from a group home at approximately 2:30PM Wednesday afternoon.

Police say he has severe dementia and is a diabetic.

Officials say he frequently speaks about returning home to Haletown in Marion County.

If you know where Brown is, please call Chattanooga Police.

Learn more about the Chattanooga Police Department by clicking here.

Chattanooga Police Department
3410 Amnicola Hwy.
Chattanooga, TN 37406

Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM through 5:00 PM

Emergencies: 911

To report a crime or request assistance: (423) 698-2525

General Information:
(423) 643-5000

Crime Prevention and Community Outreach:
(423) 643-5090

Crime Stoppers Hotline:
(423) 698-3333

Drug Tip Hotline:
(423) 493-BUST (2878)