February 3, 2026 – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department officials report that the Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help locating At-Risk Missing Person, Elzie Butler. He is a 70-year-old Black male adult who was last seen on January 16, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. His last known location is unknown.

Mr. Butler is 5’6” tall, 120 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. His last known clothing description is unknown, but he is possibly wearing two gold chains.

Mr. Butler has a mental health condition, and his family is concerned for his well-being.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Missing Persons Unit at (323) 890-5500. 

If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website https://lacrimestoppers.org.

Source: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department