Missing Waukesha County Man Found Safe: Report

WAUKESHA COUNTY, WI — Authorities in Waukesha County say David Stenzel, the 72-year-old man considered missing and endangered, has been found.

"It is with great joy that the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office reports that Mr. David
Stenzel has been safely located and is currently being reunited with his family," the Waukesha County Sheriff's Office said in a statement. "It is not without the great dedication of our first responders and the support of our community members that this outcome would have been possible. The Stenzel family is very appreciative for the efforts of everyone that assisted in bringing David home."

Authorities said Stenzel has been found safe, and was recovering in a local hospital.

A statewide Silver Alert had been issued following his disappearance. On Wednesday morning, authorities say Stenzel may have been trying to hitchhike to Wisconsin Rapids.

"If you see a man walking or hitchhiking that fits his description, please contact Waukesha County Sheriff's Dept," authorities said early Wednesday. Stenzel stands 5-foot-6, weighs less than 150 pounds, had brown eyes, brown hair and was last seen wearing a black T-Shirt and black jogging pants.

According to the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office Stenzel was last seen by his family at his home at 11 p.m. on Aug. 5.

Stenzel's family believes he left the Willow Springs Mobile Home Park that night on foot, and does not have access to a vehicle, telephone or wallet. Authorities say Stenzel has a history of walking away and seeking shelter in nearby buildings. Authorities say members of the public can help family and law enforcement efforts by checking structures on their property that Stenzel could have used as shelter.