EAST HARTFORD

72-Year-Old Man With Dementia Missing From East Hartford Found in Newington

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NBCConnecticut.com

A 72-year-old man with dementia who was missing from East Hartford has been found in Newington.

Police said Robert Abrom was reported missing by his family on Saturday. His family said he left his home to go for a walk around 1 p.m. Later that evening, officers said they were notified by the family that he had not returned home.

According to Abrom's family, he left home with no vehicle or phone. His family also said Abrom suffers from dementia.

A Silver Alert was issued for Abrom. It has since been canceled.

Authorities said Abrom was found in Newington on Sunday. He had sustained some minor injuries that police said appear non-criminal in nature. He is being treated at a local hospital.

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