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Missing 80-Year-Old Found Safe After Altenstadt Care Home Search

A community’s quick response helped locate a vulnerable senior after he vanished. Authorities share relief—and a reminder to stay vigilant for those in need.

In this image i can see an old man walking. He is holding a newspaper. He is wearing a pair of...
In this image i can see an old man walking. He is holding a newspaper. He is wearing a pair of jeans and slipper. Behind him there are trees and the right side to him is a building, next to that are two chairs.

An 80-year-old man who went missing from a care facility in Altenstadt has been found safe. SĂźleyman B. was last seen on Saturday, 27 December 2025, at around 4:00 p.m., prompting a public search that has now ended.

SĂźleyman B. was reported missing after leaving the care home in Altenstadt on Saturday afternoon. He was described as approximately 170 cm tall, with a stocky build and short grey hair in a crew cut. His walking style was distinctive, characterised by small, slow steps, and he was unable to navigate on his own.

At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a brown flat cap, a dark blue knitted jacket, dark trousers, and sturdy shoes. Authorities had asked anyone with information to contact BĂźdingen Police Station or their local police department. The search concluded after SĂźleyman B. was located safely. Police have since withdrawn the public appeal but continue to welcome urgent information via the same contact number, +49 6042 96480.

The case has been resolved with SĂźleyman B. found unharmed. The police thank the public for their assistance and remind anyone with remaining concerns to reach out directly. The initial alert was issued to ensure his swift and safe return.

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