66-year-old Lynchburg man found safe after being reported missing

66-year-old Rodger Mensink was last seen leaving his residence around 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 29. (Credit: Lynchburg Police Department) (WSLS)

LYNCHBURG, Va.UPDATE

The 66-year-old man reported missing out of Lynchburg was found safe, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.

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“LPD would like to thank the community and the Amherst County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in this case,” LPD wrote in a release.


UPDATE

The Lynchburg Police Department is providing an update on a missing 66-year-old man believed to be in danger.

Authorities said they have received reports claiming that Rodger Mensink was sighted in the Madison Heights area on Tuesday.

Investigators told 10 News that Mensink may be headed to the Town of Amherst.

The Amherst County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with the search.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Lynchburg Police Department at 434-455-6050 or Crime Stoppers at 888-798-5900. Enter an anonymous tip online at http://p3tips.com or use the P3 app on a mobile device.

Stay with 10 News as this breaking news story develops.


ORIGINAL STORY

Authorities in the Hill City are searching for a missing and endangered 66-year-old man.

We’re told 66-year-old Rodger Mensink was last seen leaving his residence around 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 29.

He’s described as being about 5′ 9″ tall and 185 pounds. Mensink was last seen wearing a black beanie, a brown coat, a brown flannel, khaki pants and white New Balance shoes.

Police said Mensink is considered endangered because suffers from a health condition and requires medication.

People in the area of 12th Street and Pierce Street are asked to check their cameras for footage of Mensink. Additional information can be shared by calling LPD at 434-455-6050 or Crime Stoppers at 888-798-5900. You can also enter an anonymous tip online or via the P3 app on a mobile device.


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