Missing Danville Man Found Safe

Danville Police are reporting that missing Danville resident Eugene Joseph Bauer, 80, was found early this morning. Bauer was reported missing Friday by family who say he left Thursday afternoon.

A Silver Alert was issued through CHP. Danville Police, Contra Costa Search and Rescue and many other departments engaged in a search for the man, who has dementia. Bauer was located at a hotel by San Jose Police Department around 2:00 a.m. He is listed in good condition.

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Police Chief Steve Simpkins said he was grateful for the positive outcome in this situation and for all of the help the Danville Police Department received in finding Bauer.

“We had a great response from law enforcement and from the community,” Simpkins said. “Residents were calling our officers with tips, which can often make the difference in resolving situations like these.”

For more information contact Lt. Allan Shields at (925) 314-3702 orashields@danville.ca.gov.

Information, photo submitted by Town of Danville

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