Silver Alert Issued for Missing Milwaukee VA Patient

Authorities search for 69-year-old Abran Huerta who left the VA Medical Center on foot Tuesday afternoon.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:03am

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A Silver Alert has been issued for Abran Huerta, a 69-year-old man who went missing from the Milwaukee VA Medical Center on Tuesday afternoon. Huerta was last seen leaving the facility on foot around 3 p.m. wearing hospital pajamas and a hooded jacket. The Department of Veterans Affairs Police are asking the public for any information on Huerta's whereabouts.

Why it matters

Missing person cases, especially involving vulnerable populations like elderly veterans, are serious situations that require a swift response from authorities to locate the individual and ensure their safety. The Silver Alert system is designed to quickly notify the public about missing adults who may be in danger, aiding in search efforts.

The details

According to officials, Abran Huerta, 69, left the Milwaukee VA Medical Center on foot around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7th. Huerta is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing approximately 169 pounds, with brown eyes, gray hair, and a short beard and mustache. He was last seen wearing navy blue VA Medical Center hospital pajamas, a light brown hooded jacket, and black shoes.

  • Huerta was last seen leaving the Milwaukee VA Medical Center on foot around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Abran Huerta

A 69-year-old man who went missing from the Milwaukee VA Medical Center on Tuesday afternoon.

Department of Veterans Affairs Police

The law enforcement agency responsible for the Milwaukee VA Medical Center, who are leading the search for the missing patient Abran Huerta.

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What’s next

The Department of Veterans Affairs Police are asking anyone with information about Abran Huerta's whereabouts to call 414-384-2000 X42222.

The takeaway

This missing person case highlights the importance of vigilance and swift action when vulnerable individuals, such as elderly veterans, go missing from care facilities. The Silver Alert system is designed to aid in these types of searches, and the public's assistance can be crucial in locating the missing person safely.