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Moore Haven Today
By the People, for the People
Florida Silver Alert Issued for Missing 87-Year-Old From Moore Haven
Authorities are searching for Robert Hillis, who was last seen in the Moore Haven area.
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has issued a Silver Alert for an 87-year-old man named Robert Hillis who went missing from Moore Haven in Glades County. Hillis is described as a white male with white hair and blue eyes, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 260 pounds. He was last known to be in the Moore Haven area, and the Glades County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation and asking the public for any information related to his whereabouts.
Why it matters
Silver Alerts are issued when an older adult goes missing, often indicating the person may be at risk. The public's assistance in these cases is crucial, as the alert aims to quickly spread information beyond the local area to increase the chances of finding the missing individual safely.
The details
According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Robert Hillis was reported missing from Moore Haven, a town in Glades County on the western edge of Lake Okeechobee. The Glades County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation and asking anyone with information about Hillis' location to contact them directly or call 911.
- The Silver Alert was issued on March 6, 2026.
The players
Robert Hillis
An 87-year-old white male who went missing from Moore Haven, Florida. He is described as having white hair and blue eyes, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 260 pounds.
Glades County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency leading the investigation into Robert Hillis' disappearance and asking the public for any information related to his whereabouts.
What’s next
The Glades County Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation and urging anyone with information about Robert Hillis' location to contact them directly or call 911.
The takeaway
This Silver Alert highlights the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement when an older adult goes missing, as their safety and wellbeing may be at risk. By spreading information quickly, the public can play a vital role in helping to locate the missing individual.
