Man with Alzheimer's missing in Athens

Joseph M. PlattJoseph M. Platt

Update, 11:20am: The Daily Freeman reports that Platt was found around 10am this morning.

Police are searching for 71-year-old Athens resident Joseph M. Platt, last seen in the area of Greenlake Road on Monday, October 3.

A release from the New York State Police:

The New York State Police at Catskill are currently investigating a missing person’s case in the Town of Athens, NY. Missing person Joseph M. Platt is  a 71 year old elderly male who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.  He is 5’10” and weighs approximately 220 lbs.  Mr. Platt was last seen in the area of Greenlake Road on October 3, 2011, wearing blue pants, a blue T-shirt, and black shoes.

Anyone with information or anyone who may have seen a subject in the area matching this description is asked to contact New York State Police at Catskill (518) 622-8600.

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