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Marion County man reported missing, endangered found safe

John Carlisle, 76, was last seen at 18721 SW 108th St. in Dunnellon

John Carlisle, 76, was last seen around 6 a.m. Thursday leaving his home at 18721 SW 108th St. in Dunnellon, deputies said. (Marion County Sheriff's Office)

MARION COUNTY, Fla. – Marion County deputies found a 76-year-old man who was previously reported missing and endangered.

In a post on Sunday, deputies said John Carlisle was located and is safe.

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It was previously reported that Carlisle was last seen around 6 a.m. Thursday leaving his home at 18721 SW 108th St. in Dunnellon, according to the sheriff’s office.

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Deputies said Carlisle is believed to have left on foot and has limited mobility, using a cane to get around.

He also has heart-related issues and left without his required daily medications, leading to a concern for his safety, deputies said.

Carlisle is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs 220 pounds. He has blue eyes and gray hair.

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