76-Year-Old Man Goes Missing in Cross River State, Police Seek Public Assistance

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At the time of his disappearance, Mr Owai was wearing a wrapper around his waist, a light blue short-sleeve shirt, and blue palm slippers. He also carried a torchlight.

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The Cross River State Police Command has issued a public appeal for assistance in locating Mr Ewelu Ibe Owai, a 76-year-old man who has been reported missing. Mr Owai, who resides in the Murtala Mohammed Highway area of Calabar, was last seen on the evening of 16th July 2024.

According to a press release issued by the Police Public Relations Department, Mr Owai left his home at approximately 6:10 PM on that day and has not returned. His whereabouts remain unknown despite exhaustive efforts by the authorities to trace him. 

At the time of his disappearance, Mr Owai was wearing a wrapper around his waist, a light blue short-sleeve shirt, and blue palm slippers. He also carried a torchlight.

Mr Owai is described as being about 6.2 feet tall, light in complexion, and has gray hair. He is fluent in both Ekoi (Adim dialect) and English. Originally from Adim Community in Biase Local Government Area, Cross River State, Mr Owai has no known medical conditions that might have contributed to his disappearance.

The Cross River State Police Command is urging anyone with information on Mr Owai’s whereabouts to come forward. Reports can be made to the nearest police station or by calling the provided contact numbers, including 09071565319. The police have assured the public that all information will be treated with utmost confidentiality.

SP Irene Ugbo, the Police Public Relations Officer, has emphasized the importance of community involvement in ensuring Mr Owai’s safe return, noting that time is of the essence in cases like this.

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