ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – ***12:58 p.m. UPDATE***
The body of Jesse Garcia, an 81-year-old man that was reported missing Friday has been found by authorities.
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According to officials, Garcia’s body was found inside a body of water in the Conway area.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news on Twitter Saturday.
“Sadly, it appears Jesse wandered into a body of water and was found deceased.”
Stay with News 6 for updates
***ORIGINAL***
Orange County deputies are searching for a missing 81-year-old man.
Deputies said Jesse Garcia was last seen Friday at 1:30 p.m. leaving his home in the Conway area.
Investigators said Garcia was seen wearing a black hat, a light-colored shirt, and dark blue or gray basketball shorts.
The Sheriff’s Office said Garcia suffers from Alzheimer’s.
Anyone with information on Garcia is asked to call 911.