SHELBYVILLE, Ind. — A Statewide Silver Alert was canceled for a missing 89-year-old Shelbyville man.
Luther Noel was reported missing after having last been seen on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Police were concerned that Noel could be in extreme danger and require medical assistance.
The Silver Alert was canceled at 3:50 p.m. Thursday, though there was no information released on Noel's condition.
Shelbyville is 32 miles southeast of downtown Indianapolis
Amber Alerts vs. Silver Alerts: 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.
