The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a 77-year-old man who has been missing for several months.
Walter James Rau was last seen in the area of Coyote Springs and New Mexico Highway 333 near Carnuel, according to the sheriff’s office. Authorities have classified Rau as an endangered missing person due to the length of time he has been gone.
Rau is described as 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing approximately 260 pounds, with gray hair and hazel eyes. He may be driving a dark-colored SUV, possibly a Volkswagen.
Law enforcement officials said they are concerned for Rau’s safety.
Anyone with information about Rau’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office by texting BCSO to 847411 or calling the Missing Persons Unit at 505-468-7070. Anonymous tips can be submitted by scanning the QR code on the sheriff’s office social media post.