Elderly Man with Dementia Reported Missing in Stone County

According to Stone County Sheriff’s Department, authorities are urgently seeking the public’s help in locating 72-year-old James Gilbert Kirker, who has been missing since early July.

Mr. Kirker, who is believed to suffer from Dementia, was last seen in the vicinity of HWY 26 near Old HWY 26. Concerns have grown as he has not reported to work since June 25th.

Described as 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing approximately 240 pounds, Mr. Kirker has short white hair, hazel eyes, and wears glasses. He may be driving a Silver/Gray 2010 Ford Explorer bearing Mississippi license plate STB-827.

The Sheriff’s Office is appealing to anyone with information about Mr. Kirker’s whereabouts to come forward. They can be reached at 601-928-3191.

Any assistance from the community is crucial in ensuring Mr. Kirker’s safe return home.