86-Year-Old Man Missing for Six Days Amid Heatwave in Gwanak-gu... Wearing Navy Cap and Black Vest

As a severe heatwave alert is issued for the capital area for the first time on record, authorities are searching for an 80-something man who has been missing for six days.

The Seoul Gwanak Police Station is searching for Han (86), who has been out of contact since leaving his home at 8:00 PM on July 29.

Following a citizen's tip that he was spotted at Gwanghwamun Square on July 31, security footage confirmed that Han was crossing the road from Gwanghwamun Square toward the Gwanghwamun Woldae direction at 10:35 AM that same day, but his whereabouts have been unknown since.

He was wearing a navy cap, a black vest, and a brown long-sleeved shirt underneath.

Han's family stated that he has bandages wrapped around both of his legs and surgical scars on his head.

However, because he was wearing a long-sleeved shirt and a cap, these features are not readily visible from the outside.

Police are tracking closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage, but are having difficulty tracing his movements as Han's direction of travel is irregular and unpredictable.

Han's guardian said, "He is likely tightly gripping one black umbrella and one transparent umbrella while walking," adding, "By now, his legs must be hurting, making it uncomfortable for him to walk."

They also expressed concern, saying, "In this heat that is difficult even for a healthy adult, he hasn't been able to eat, and I am worried he won't be able to hold out any longer."

Gwanak Police Station has requested active reports if anyone spots Han.

(Photo provided by Han Sang-sook's family, Yonhap News)
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