Austin Man Reported Missing Found Safe (Updated)

UPDATE: Kristian Safstrom, 49, who had been reported as missing on Monday has been found safe, police said on Tuesday. Safstrom reportedly had left a medical facility without notice Monday morning, prompting police to issue a community-wide bulletin asking residents to be on the lookout for him.

Concern over Safstrom's well-being had been heightened given existing medical conditions. No details as to where Safstrom was found were released.

From Monday:

AUSTIN, TX — Police are seeking help from the public in locating a missing Austin man.

Kristian Safstrom, 49, was last seen in the 1100 block of Ditttmar Road on Sunday at around 10:30 a.m., police said in a press advisory. Police added that the missing man's unspecified medical condition raises concern over his welfare. Safstrom left a medical facility without notice, police said.

Safstrom was last seen wearing a black medical helmet, gray neck brace and a gray shirt. He is described as a white male standing six feet tall and weighing 205 pounds. He has gray hear and blue eyes. A photo of the man was not provided.

Anyone who sees Safstrom is urged to call 911 immediately and/or the Missing Persons Unit at (512) 974-5250 (between the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tips also can be sent by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

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