HANCOCK COUNTY, Ind. — Deputies in Hancock County confirmed a missing 71-year-old man is safe.
Raymond Boring was last seen Wednesday morning as he headed into Marion County. His family told the Hancock County Sheriff's Department they believe him to be suicidal.
The Hancock County Sheriff's Department provided an update that said, "Mr. Boring has been in contact with HCSD and is safe."
Amber Alert vs. Silver Alert: What's the difference?
There are specific standards a person's disappearance must meet in order for police to declare an Amber Alert or a Silver Alert.
Amber Alerts are for children under the age of 18 who are believed to have been abducted and in danger. Police also need to have information about a suspect and their car to issue an Amber Alert.
Silver Alerts are for missing and endangered adults or children. They are much more common for missing people. It was not until last year when the standards for Silver Alerts were expanded to include children.
In both situations, these alerts must be issued by police.
