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North Las Vegas police seek missing man

North Las Vegas Police need help locating a North Las Vegas man who went missing Monday.

Jose Martinez, 49, resides in an assisted living home. He was transported by staff members to a dentist’s office near Lake Mead Boulevard and McDaniel Street, at about 4:45 p.m.

Martinez later walked away from the dentist’s office and has not been seen since. Police said they do not suspect foul play, and Martinez has a history of walking away from his residence.

Martinez is dependent on medication and cannot find his way home without help.

Police described Martinez as a Hispanic, about 5 feet tall and weighing 130 pounds. He has gray-and-brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray shirt and blue jean shorts. He has a mustache and wears tinted glasses.

Police also released a photograph of Martinez.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Jose Martinez can contact the North Las Vegas Police Department at 702-633-9111.

Contact Wesley Juihl at wjuhl@reviewjournal.com and 7025-383-0381. Find him on Twitter: @WesJuhl.

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