According to police reports, a 78-year-old Bradford resident, Donald Dacey, was reported missing on July 11, 2026. Vermont State Police received the report around 3:15 PM, indicating that Dacey had walked away from his home on South Road into the woods at approximately 1:45 PM and had not returned.
Concerns for Dacey’s well-being prompted the police response. He is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing around 180 pounds, with short white hair and a beard. At the time he was last seen, he was wearing an olive green polo shirt, khaki shorts, and sandals. Notably, Dacey is non-verbal.
Police are urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact the St Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111. The community is encouraged to assist in locating Dacey to ensure his safety.
Source: Vermont State Police
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In Bradford, VT, police say 78-year-old Donald Dacey was reported missing after leaving his residence. He was later found safe and returned home.
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