UPDATE: Lyon County Sheriff’s Office dispatch confirmed that a man who went missing on Sunday was found early Monday morning and is safe. Dispatch was unable to provide information as to where he was located, however they said that he was located and safe.
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The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing vulnerable adult, 78-year-old Silver Springs resident Tex Jackson. He was last seen between approximately 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. Sunday near his residence in the 1500 block of 7th Street in Silver Springs.
Mr. Jackson is described as 78 years old, approximately 5 feet 7 inches talL, gray hair and blue eyes. He was last seen blue jeans, a plaid shirt and tan cowboy hat.
Mr. Jackson suffers from dementia and family members report his condition has recently worsened. Due to his medical condition, there is significant concern for his safety and well-being.
Deputies and Search and Rescue personnel are actively attempting to locate Mr. Jackson. Anyone who has seen him or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office immediately at (775) 463-6620.
If you believe you have located Mr. Jackson, please call law enforcement and do not attempt to transport him yourself.
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the public’s assistance and asks residents throughout the Silver Springs area to check their properties, outbuildings, and surveillance cameras for any sign of Mr. Jackson.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Tex Jackson is urged to contact the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office at (775) 463-6620.
