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MISSING: Police ask for help to find missing Sparta man

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NOTE: The missing man was found safe on June 13. FOX 17 removed his name and picture from this article since he was found safe. Identifying descriptions of him have also been removed.

Original article (with edits) is below:

The Sparta Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing man who has a cognitive disability.

The 60-year-old walked away from a group home in Sparta, Michigan, on June 10, 2025.

According to authorities, he is without the necessary medication and cannot care for himself.

The 60-year-old is without necessary medication and cannot care for himself, according to Sparta Police.

Anyone who sees him is urged to contact their local police agency immediately so his well-being can be checked.

Tips can also be reported to the Sparta Police Department at their office line, 616-887-8716, or their 24-hour dispatch, 616-887-7331.

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