LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Las Cruces police have issued a Silver Alert for a missing 76-year-old man with dementia who may be trying to go to El Paso.

According to the Las Cruces Police Department, Martin Avalos was last seen Thursday at 7:45 a.m. on the 2000 block of Sagecrest Avenue in Las Cruces.

LCPD believes he may be on foot and trying to reach El Paso.

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Avalos is said to suffer from dementia and several health issues that could put him in danger if he is not found quickly.

Avalos is described as being 5’7” feet tall and weighing about 160 pounds, and was last seen wearing a black outfit– hoodie, pants and a black camouflage Bass Pro Shop cap.

Police say if you see Avalos, call 575-526-0795 immediately.

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