Police in maryland seek help in locating missing elderly man

Police in Maryland seek help in locating missing elderly man

September 3, 2024

GLEN BURNIE, Md. — The Anne Arundel County Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 86-year-old Robert Bell Sr., who has been missing since August 30 and may be in need of assistance.

Mr. Bell is described as a white male, 6 feet tall and weighing 210 pounds. He was last seen wearing a purple Ravens shirt and gray pants. He left his residence in the 7000 block of Aviation Road in Glen Burnie at approximately 10 a.m. on August 30.

Authorities believe Mr. Bell was driving a silver 2006 Nissan Frontier pickup truck with Maryland license plate 8AS3012. His vehicle was last seen in the area of US-40 and North Payson Street in Baltimore around 6:30 p.m. that same day.

Anyone with information regarding Mr. Bell’s whereabouts is urged to call or text 911. Police are concerned for his safety and well-being.

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