Boston Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing 84-Year-Old Man
Boston Police are seeking the public's help to find 84-year-old James Clarke, who was last seen on Saturday, August 1, 2026, leaving his Roxbury residence on Hawthorne Street. Clarke is described as a black male, 5'11", 140 lbs, wearing a…
Boston, MA, August 2, 2026 —
Boston Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating 84-year-old James Clarke, who has been reported missing. Mr. Clarke was last seen on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
He was last seen leaving his residence on Hawthorne Street in the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston. Authorities have provided a description of Mr. Clarke to aid in the search. He is a black male, approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall, and weighs around 140 pounds. At the time he was last seen, he was reportedly wearing a black hat and a blue flannel shirt.
It is important to note that Mr. Clarke suffers from dementia. He may also walk with a limp. Given these conditions, authorities are urging anyone who sees him to approach with caution and to contact the police immediately.
Mr. Clarke is known to frequent several locations within the city. These areas include Nubian Square, Ruggles Station, various Stop and Shop supermarket locations, and is also known to travel on different MBTA bus and train routes. His familiarity with these areas may indicate his potential whereabouts.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of James Clarke is encouraged to contact the Boston Police Department. Further details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Media Relations on police.boston.gov, see more information here.
