Body found in search for missing elderly man in Kingwood, police say

KINGWOOD, Texas –  Police have begun searching for a 83-year-old dementia patient who went missing Saturday in Kingwood.

The Houston Police Department, Texas EquuSearch and a search party of 50 to 60 people started the search on foot Sunday evening at the 3415 Cedar Knolls Court.

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After a couple of hours of searching, a body was found face down at thick-wooded trail at Greenbelt about 3:30 p.m., officials said. Police said the body of the person fits Welchko description, but has not been confirmed.

Police said James Welchko was last seen walking down his street. Welchko was wearing khaki pants, a white shirt and brown loafers, police said.

Police are investigating the scene.

Anyone with information or know Welchko's whereabouts is asked to contact the Houston Police Department at 832-394-1840 or call Texas EquuSearch at 281-309-9500.


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