Marcelino Cazarez Valenzuela, 74, was last seen on December 24, 2024, leaving his Phoenix home on foot near North 19th Avenue and West Camelback Road. Authorities issued a Silver Alert after he was reported missing; he is described as five feet tall, 139 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. On the day he disappeared he was reportedly wearing a black hoodie, black pants, and flip-flops.

Valenzuela has a medical condition that can cause confusion and disorientation, and he was seen at a local treatment center where he could not identify himself. The center cannot account for his movements after he left, and he has not been seen or heard from since. The Phoenix Police Department is investigating and the community has joined search efforts.

If anyone saw Marcelino on or after December 24, 2024, or knows his whereabouts, please contact the Phoenix Police Department.