The National Center For Missing and Endangered Persons has issued a missing person report for 79-year-old Ronald Barry Schmelzle, Sr., who was last seen on August 6, 2024, leaving Boonville, New York, in Oneida County. Schmelzle was reportedly en route to Grandy, NC.

Schmelzle is described as a white male, 5’9″ tall, 185 lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen in a silver 2018 Subaru Impreza four-door with New York license plate BVK3591.

Schmelzle’s family last heard from him on August 6, when he spoke to his brother on the phone at 9:30 p.m. and said he was in Pennsylvania. The last active ping from his cell phone was at 10 a.m. on August 6 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania.

Authorities believe Ronald Barry Schmelzle Sr. may be suffering from cognitive impairment, which may make his situation even more urgent.

Citizens are urged to be on the lookout for Schmelzle and his vehicle. If you have any information on his whereabouts, please contact the Currituck County Sheriff’s Office at (252) 453-3633. For immediate sightings, call 911 or contact your local police department.