Silver Alert for Missing 84-Year-Old Man

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**Silver Alert Issued for 84-Year-Old Man in Dona Ana County**

The New Mexico State Police, in collaboration with the Dona Ana County Sheriff’s Office, has issued a Silver Alert for John Cronin, an 84-year-old man who was last seen on February 15, 2025. Authorities believe he may be in the Radium Springs area and are seeking the public's assistance in locating him.

John Cronin is described as 6 feet tall, weighing 100 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. Concern for his safety has prompted this urgent alert.

Anyone who has information about John Cronin's whereabouts or sees someone matching his description is asked to contact the Dona Ana County Sheriff’s Office immediately at 575-526-0795. If spotted, members of the public are urged to call 9-1-1.

This Silver Alert has been issued to help ensure his safe and swift recovery.



Source: NMSP

Source Type: Police

Source Location: Santa Fe

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