Man missing for over a week may need medical attention: CPD

CHICAGO — Authorities are asking for help in the search for a man who officers say has been missing for over a week and may be in need of medical attention.

According to Chicago police, 64-year-old Dion Coleman, who is also known to go by the name “Eric,” was last seen on Oct. 10, in the 800 block of West Irving Park Road, in Buena Park, on the city’s North Side.

Officers said the missing man, who stands 6-foot-1 and weighs around 145 pounds, has brown hair and brown eyes.

Authorities said Coleman may be in need of medical attention, but did not provide further details.

In a photo provided by Chicago police, Coleman can be seen with facial hair, however, it is unclear if he had any at the time of his disappearance.

The public was notified about the missing man’s disappearance in a news release on Thursday, but officers did not say what he was last spotted wearing.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of 64-year-old Dion Coleman is asked to contact the CPD Area Three SVU at 312-744-8266 or dial 911.

Those with information that could help authorities in their investigation can also leave a tip at CPDtip.com . Tips can be filed anonymously.

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