WCSO: Missing man with dementia found dead

WALKER COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - UPDATE: Authorities say the Missing and Endangered Person Alert for Wilburn Ray Lollar has been cancelled after he was found dead in the area near his home.

“We appreciate the incredible response from local fire departments, other law enforcement agencies, and the community to assist. We offer our condolences and prayers for this family and all those who knew and love this individual,” Walker County Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook.

ORIGINAL: Walker County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing man who has dementia.

Police say 82-year-old Wilburn Ray Lollar lives in the 1900 block of Providence Loop Road near Oakman. He is described as 5′8″ with grey hair, and was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans.

Lollar has some memory issues and is confused at times. He walked off from his home on March 30 or 31.

Police say he is unaccounted for and is in need of his medication.

If you see Lollar, please call the Walker County Sheriff’s Office at 205-302-6464 immediately.

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