rssOct 31, 2026, 17:51

Dement Mohamed (67) missing since this afternoon, last seen at Plein '40-'45

Police are searching for Mohamed, a 67-year-old man with dementia who went missing this afternoon near Plein '40 '45 in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. Authorities are concerned for his welfare because he has difficulty communicating and is in a confused state.

Police in Amsterdam are searching for Mohamed, a 67-year-old man who has been reported missing since this afternoon. He was last seen at Plein '40 '45 in the Nieuw-West district. The man suffers from dementia, raising significant concerns among authorities and his family regarding his safety and current well-being.

Mohamed is described as 1.65 meters tall with a slim build, light-tinted skin, and short gray hair. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a dark green and black jacket paired with black shoes. He is able to understand both Dutch and Moroccan Arabic, but he struggles with speech and communicating his needs. The police are urging anyone who may have spotted him after 15:40 to contact them immediately with any relevant information.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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