Karlton J. Pernell, 72, was first noticed missing from his Oak Park, Illinois, residence on June 12, 2024, around 4:30 PM. His wallet and cell phone were left behind at home. He was last seen wearing a dark gray shirt, dark-colored jeans, and black shoes.

A subsequent sighting placed Mr. Pernell at Northwestern Memorial Hospital on June 18, 2024, providing the only confirmed sighting after he left home. He is described as a Black / African American male, gray or partially gray hair, brown eyes, 71 inches tall and about 175 pounds. The Oak Park Police Department opened an investigation under case number RD# 24-03300 and is seeking information to locate him and ensure his welfare.

If anyone saw Karlton Pernell between June 12 and June 18, or has information about his whereabouts after that hospital sighting, please share what is known.