News Summary
The TBI has announced several Silver Alerts for missing individuals in Tennessee, including Robert Henry, Sidney Dent, and David Nurre. These alerts emphasize the urgent need for public assistance in finding these vulnerable persons. Each individual has specific health concerns, furthering the urgency of the search. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact local police departments or the TBI to help locate them swiftly.
Nashville, Tennessee – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued multiple Silver Alerts for missing individuals across the state, highlighting urgent cases requiring public assistance in locating these vulnerable persons.
Among those reported missing is 53-year-old Robert Henry, who was last seen on March 4 in the Albion Street area of Nashville. The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) issued an alert for Henry on March 13. He is described as being 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing around 240 pounds, with blue eyes and red hair. His conditions pose an additional concern, as he is reported to be nonverbal and requires immediate medical attention. Anyone with potential leads about Robert Henry’s whereabouts is urged to contact the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND or MNPD Detective Elizabeth Mills at 615-862-8600.
Another Silver Alert has been issued for 89-year-old Sidney Dent, who is missing from Ruston, Louisiana. Dent was reported missing on March 13, and he was last seen operating a 2003 gold Mercedes E-Class with Louisiana license plate 706FEE. He is 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 280 pounds, with brown eyes and gray hair. His vehicle was recently spotted in Tennessee, raising further concerns for his safety. Investigators encourage anyone who may have seen Sidney Dent or his vehicle to reach out to the Ruston Police Department at 318-255-4141.
The third Silver Alert pertains to 67-year-old David Nurre, who was last seen on March 11 in Brentwood, Tennessee, around 2 p.m. Nurre is described as 6 feet tall, weighing 150 pounds, with blue eyes and brown hair. At the time of his disappearance, he was driving a white 2003 Toyota Rav 4, which has notable damage—a large dent on the passenger side rear bumper. His medical condition raises concerns that he may not be able to return home safely without assistance. Anyone with information about David Nurre should contact the Franklin Police Department at 615-794-2513 or the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.
Silver Alerts are issued across the state in cases where vulnerable adults are reported missing, particularly those with cognitive impairments or other conditions that require immediate medical attention. These alerts help mobilize the community to assist law enforcement in locating missing individuals swiftly.
Authorities encourage anyone with even the smallest piece of information to reach out, as every detail could help in locating these individuals safely. As these cases develop, the community’s awareness and vigilance play a crucial role in the efforts to find those missing.
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- WSMV: Louisiana Man Center Silver Alert
- Google Search: Silver Alert
- Fox17: Silver Alert in Franklin
- Wikipedia: Missing Person
- WKRN: Silver Alert in Nashville
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Silver Alert
- Wilson Times: Silver Alert Canceled
- Google News: Missing Persons
- Hoodline: Silver Alert for Gary Wedlake
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