Wichita Police Requested Statewide Silver Alert
Authorities issued a Silver Alert for 72-year-old Robert Falterman after he disappeared on foot.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Current Conditions
The Wichita Police Department has requested a statewide Silver Alert to help locate 72-year-old Robert Falterman. He was last seen walking east from the 5000 block of East 21st Street in Wichita.
Why it matters
The alert was issued due to Falterman's reported pulmonary, cardiac, and cognitive disabilities. His current whereabouts remain unknown, and authorities are seeking public assistance in his recovery.
Robert Falterman is described as a 5-foot-7-inch white male weighing 170 pounds with long gray hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt and blue jeans.
The players
Robert Falterman
He is a 72-year-old man who requires assistance due to multiple health conditions.
Wichita Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency serving Wichita, Kansas, and the surrounding Sedgwick County area.
The details
Falterman was last seen traveling on foot heading east from the 5000 block of East 21st Street. Anyone with information regarding his location is urged to contact the Wichita Police Department at (316) 268-4111 or dial 911.
Timeline
Robert Falterman was last seen at 6:30 p.m. on September 20, 2026.
Seasonal Patterns
This request follows the standard operating procedures established under the Kansas Silver Alert program for missing persons with cognitive disabilities. The protocol is designed to expedite public awareness for vulnerable individuals who may be unable to seek help on their own.
Residents should report any sightings of Robert Falterman by calling 911 or the Wichita Police Department at (316) 268-4111. Keeping an eye out for individuals matching his description could assist in the ongoing search efforts.
The takeaway
Silver Alerts play a vital role in ensuring the safe recovery of seniors who are at risk due to cognitive or medical challenges. Community vigilance remains the most effective tool for authorities when searching for a missing person.
Further reading
For more updates on emergency alerts in the region, visit the Wichita Current Conditions page.
