Silver Alert Issued for Missing Johnson City Man

Daniel Baer, 67, was last seen on Wednesday and may need assistance due to a medical condition.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 12:15pm

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a silver alert for Daniel Baer, a 67-year-old man from Johnson City, Tennessee. Baer was last seen on Wednesday at his residence and is believed to be on foot. He has a medical condition that may impair his ability to return safely without assistance.

Why it matters

Silver alerts are issued to help locate missing persons, especially older adults, who may be in danger due to a medical condition or other factors. The public's assistance in locating Baer is crucial to ensuring his safe return.

The details

According to the TBI, Baer is a white male, 5'7" tall and 155 lbs, with gray hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a red coat, gray hoodie, blue jeans, and blue and gray tennis shoes. The TBI is asking anyone who has seen or knows about Baer's whereabouts to contact the Johnson City Police Department or the TBI.

  • Baer was last seen on Wednesday at his residence in Johnson City.

The players

Daniel Baer

A 67-year-old man from Johnson City, Tennessee who has been reported missing and is the subject of a silver alert.

Johnson City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that issued the silver alert on behalf of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation

The state law enforcement agency that issued the silver alert for Daniel Baer.

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What’s next

The Johnson City Police Department and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation are actively searching for Daniel Baer and urge anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact them immediately.

The takeaway

This silver alert highlights the importance of community vigilance and cooperation in locating missing persons, especially those who may be vulnerable due to age or medical conditions. The public's assistance can make a critical difference in ensuring the safe return of individuals like Daniel Baer.