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DPS continues Silver Alert issued for 82-year-old man with cognitive impairment
By Samuel Rocha IV at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
UPDATE: A Silver Alert issued for an 82-year-old man on Wednesday has since been discontinued, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. ORIGINAL STORY: A Silver Alert was issued Wednesday after a man was reported missing in Converse, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.J...
Key takeaway in the 9300 block of Aniston Bluff, which is a neighborhood located between Loop 1604 and FM 1516, DPS said.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The disappearance of 82-year-old John Handforth in Converse has raised concerns about the safety of elderly residents with cognitive impairments in Bexar County. As the search for Handforth continues, local authorities are urging residents to be vigilant and report any sightings of the missing man or his vehicle. The fact that Handforth was last seen in a residential neighborhood between Loop 1604 and FM 1516, a busy area with multiple roads and highways, increases the complexity of the search efforts. Residents in the area are advised to keep an eye out for Handforth's distinctive vehicle, a green 1995 Chevrolet GMT-400 with a Minnesota license plate. The Converse Police Department's request for information from the public highlights the importance of community involvement in ensuring the safe return of vulnerable individuals like Handforth.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? UPDATE: A Silver Alert issued for an 82-year-old man on Wednesday has since been discontinued, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. ORIGINAL STORY: A Silver Alert was issued Wednesday after a man was reported missing in Converse, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.J...
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