Franklin Lee, 68, was reported missing from Rochester, New York, after he walked away from his Volunteers of America residence on July 3, 2023, and did not return. He is described as a Black male with black hair and brown eyes, about 5 feet 10 inches tall and roughly 130 pounds. Clothing at the time of his disappearance is not known, though he was frequently seen wearing black pants.

The Rochester Police Department was notified on July 11, 2023, and opened an investigation under case number 23-159430. The case is complicated by Lee’s history of leaving for extended periods; he has previously been away for as long as six to seven months before returning. Investigators noted no extenuating circumstances were immediately apparent, and it was considered he might have traveled, possibly to Texas or other locations out west.

The case remains open and concern for his welfare continues. If anyone has information about Franklin Lee’s whereabouts or recent movements, please contact the Rochester Police Department’s investigative unit handling case 23-159430.