Authorities Asking for Assistance Locating Missing 38-Year-Old Sulphur man
Authorities Asking for Assistance Locating Missing 38-Year-Old Sulphur man
Published December 10, 2021
Lake Charles, LA – A 38-year-old Sulphur man was reported missing on Monday, December 6, 2021. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office is now looking for him and asking the public for assistance.
The last time the family communicated with Ronald W. Richard, Jr. was on December 2, 2021, according to the family. He was last spotted walking on Woods Loop in Vinton, LA. Despite following up on multiple leads and tips, detectives have been unable to find Richard. He has medical conditions that necessitate regular medication.
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in locating Richard. Please contact CPSO at 337-491-3605 if you see him or know where he is.
Images provided by family members via CPSO.
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