Crime & Safety

Middletown Police Seeking Public's Help In Locating Missing Man

Wayne Cash, 71, was last seen in the Wadsworth Glen area and may have traveled to Waterbury.

Wayne Cash.
Wayne Cash. (MPD)

MIDDLETOWN, CT — Middletown police are seeking public assistance in locating Wayne Cash, a 71-year-old man reported missing since March 4. Cash was last observed in the vicinity of Wadsworth Glen at approximately 4 p.m. on that date.

The Middletown Police Department has assigned case number 26-13489 to this investigation. Cash is described as a Black male, standing 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 320 pounds. He was last known to be wearing gray sneakers, gray sweatpants, and a dark blue or black sweatshirt.

According to a police report, there is a possibility that Cash was picked up in a silver truck. The report indicates he may have then traveled toward the Waterbury area.

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Authorities are following up on all leads to determine his current whereabouts.

The Middletown Police Department emphasizes that community cooperation is vital in missing persons cases. They encourage anyone who may have seen Cash or has information regarding his location to come forward. Every piece of information, no matter how small it may seem, could be helpful to the ongoing search.

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If Wayne Cash is located, or if members of the public have any information that could aid in the investigation, they are asked to contact the Middletown Police Department directly. The department's non-emergency line is 860-638-4000. Police officials are actively working to ensure Cash's safe return and appreciate any assistance from the public.

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