Silver Alert Issued for Missing Man with Dementia in Buncombe County
A silver alert has been issued for Edward Earl Malloy, a 68-year-old man with dementia, who was last seen in Candler, Buncombe County, North Carolina.
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 4, 2026 — A Silver Alert has been activated for Edward Earl Malloy, a 68-year-old male who has been reported missing. Malloy was last seen in the area of Candler, located in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
Authorities have issued the alert due to Mr. Malloy’s medical condition, identified as dementia. Individuals with dementia may be disoriented, vulnerable, and at risk of harm if unable to locate their home or receive proper care.
Details regarding the specific time and date Mr. Malloy was last seen were not immediately available. The alert urges the public to be on the lookout for Mr. Malloy and to report any sightings immediately to law enforcement. Further information regarding his physical description and clothing at the time of his disappearance is expected to be released by the issuing agency.
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office or the North Carolina Department of Public Safety typically manages Silver Alerts. The purpose of the Silver Alert system is to disseminate information quickly to the public to aid in the safe recovery of missing elderly persons or persons with cognitive impairments.
Anyone with information concerning the whereabouts of Edward Earl Malloy is asked to contact the relevant law enforcement agency. The specific contact number for reporting tips related to this Silver Alert was not provided in the initial announcement.
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