Glendale Police Issue Silver Alert for Missing Man
Authorities are searching for 64-year-old Anthony Gardner, who was last seen in the city on Wednesday.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Alzheimer’s
The Glendale Police Department has issued a Silver Alert for Anthony Gardner, a 64-year-old man who went missing from his residence. He was last seen in the 7400 block of North Berwyn Avenue.
Why it matters
Silver Alerts are essential tools used by law enforcement to rapidly disseminate information to the public when an individual with cognitive impairments or specific health conditions goes missing. Swift community assistance helps ensure that vulnerable residents are located safely and returned to their care providers.
Anthony Gardner is a 64-year-old Black male standing 6 feet, 1 inch tall and weighing 260 pounds. He has gray hair and a beard, and was last wearing a blue sweatshirt with black pants and white shoes.
The players
Anthony Gardner
He is a 64-year-old Black male who is the subject of an active missing person search in Glendale.
Glendale Police Department
This is the local law enforcement agency responsible for issuing the Silver Alert and conducting the search for the missing individual.
The details
Gardner was reported missing after he disappeared while his caregiver was preparing dinner for other residents at his home. Officials are coordinating the search efforts based on his last known location in the 7400 block of North Berwyn Avenue.
Timeline
October 30, 2026: Glendale Police issued the Silver Alert.
The Big Picture
This search is activated under the state-mandated Silver Alert program. The initiative provides a critical framework for law enforcement to respond to missing persons who may be at significant physical or cognitive risk.
Residents are encouraged to check their property and security cameras for any sign of the missing individual. If you see someone matching the description provided by the police, please contact the local authorities immediately.
The takeaway
Silver Alerts rely on vigilant neighbors to provide timely information to responding officers. Please report any potential sightings of individuals fitting this description to the police immediately to assist in a safe recovery.
Further reading
For more information on support for families and caregivers, visit the Glendale Alzheimer’s section.
