Penticton RCMP search for missing 72-year-old man with dementia

Penticton RCMP are asking for the public’s help finding a 72-year-old man with dementia who has been missing since Sunday.

Lawrence “Jerry” McAunlty was last seen Sunday in the Penticton area and was reported missing Tuesday, police said.

Police said his family and friends are concerned for his well-being because he is considered vulnerable due to dementia. He does not drive and often walks around downtown Penticton, police said.

McAunlty is described as a white man, 172 centimetres (5-foot-8) tall and 72 kilograms (160 pounds), with white hair, blue eyes and a long beard. He is missing some teeth.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call Penticton RCMP at 250-492-4300.

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