Troy Kenneth Nelms, 71, disappeared from the Paragon Gardens Board and Care Home in Mission Viejo on June 5, 2006. He had been living at the facility since December 2005 because of Alzheimer’s disease, a tendency to wander, and difficulty communicating. An employee saw him in his room about 5:30 a.m.; by 6:30 a.m. he was gone.

Nelms had recently had surgery for a hip fracture and had limited mobility. He was not carrying identification or money and was likely confused. He was last seen wearing either a dark blue sweatsuit or blue jeans, dark blue slippers, and a silver Alzheimer’s Alert bracelet. Searches using bloodhounds, helicopters, and deputies turned up no trace.

A lawsuit was later filed against the facility alleging negligent supervision. Anyone who knew Troy, saw him on June 5, 2006, or has information about his disappearance is asked to contact the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.