A missing man who had been the subject of a police search has been located, according to authorities.
The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department had asked for the public’s help finding 46-year-old Travis Bean after he was last seen on June 2 near East 37th Street and Park Avenue.
Police said Bean had been diagnosed with mental health issues, and his family was concerned for his well-being.
Authorities later confirmed that Bean had been found. Police did not immediately release additional details about where he was located or the circumstances surrounding his recovery.
Search Began After Family Raised Concerns
The missing person case began after Bean’s whereabouts became unknown earlier this month. His family contacted authorities because of concerns related to his mental health condition.
Police said Bean was last seen in the area of East 37th Street and Park Avenue. At the time of the report, officials did not have a clothing description available.
Bean was described as 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing about 125 pounds.
Public Assistance Was Requested
Before Bean was located, police asked anyone who knew where he might be to call 911 or contact the department’s Missing Persons Unit.
Cases involving people with mental health concerns are often treated with urgency because the missing person may be vulnerable, confused, or unable to safely ask for help.
Public tips can play an important role in these searches, especially when investigators are trying to confirm a last known location or identify where someone may have gone next.
No Further Details Released
Police have not released further information about Bean’s condition or whether he needed medical attention after being found.
Authorities also did not say whether he was located by officers, family members, or someone who saw the public alert.
In many missing person cases, law enforcement limits details after someone is found to protect the individual’s privacy.
Family Concern Highlights Mental Health Risks
The case highlights why missing person reports involving mental health conditions can become serious quickly.
People experiencing mental health challenges may travel unexpectedly, become disoriented, avoid contact, or have difficulty communicating their needs. Family members often contact police when they believe a loved one may be at risk.
Law enforcement agencies frequently ask the public to report sightings rather than attempt to intervene directly, especially when a person may need trained support.
Community Alerts Can Make A Difference
Public alerts remain a key tool in locating missing adults. Sharing a name, description, last known location, and contact information can help generate leads for investigators.
In Bean’s case, police had asked residents to contact 911 or the Missing Persons Unit with any information. The updated confirmation that he has been located brings relief after days of concern.
Travis Bean, a 46-year-old man reported missing after last being seen near East 37th Street and Park Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri, has been located.
Police had asked for help finding him because of concerns related to his mental health condition. Authorities have not released further details, but the update ends the search and brings relief to those worried about his safety.