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Reno police are searching for William "Bill" Spence, 79, who went missing near Kietzke Lane

The Daily Reno teamFrom today’s edition · 1 min read · 3 sources

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If you live or work near , Reno police need your eyes. William "Bill" Spence, 79, went missing Saturday, and officers responded to the 5200 block of Kietzke Lane at about 3 p.m., KOLO reports. Police consider him endangered because of medical conditions that affect his memory and mobility, and KRNV says he is without necessary medication.

Police describe Spence as 79 years old and 210 pounds

79
years old
5 ft 9 in
tall, as police describe him
210 pounds
in weight, as police describe him

He just moved to the area and may have trouble navigating his surroundings or finding his way home, KTVN reports. Police are asking everyone to stay alert and report any sighting.

  • Wearing: gray or green baseball cap, gray jacket, green shirt, blue jeans
  • Hair and eyes: gray hair, blue eyes

Three numbers to call if you see Spence

Who to callNumber
Reno police non-emergency line775-334-2121
Secret Witness775-322-4900
If he needs emergency care911

Sources: KOLO 8 News Now, KRNV, KTVN

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