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Man reported missing in West Valley City found safe

Posted at 5:37 PM, Oct 01, 2017
and last updated 2017-10-01 19:58:21-04

UPDATE: Shortly after requesting the public’s assistance for help, West Valley City Police confirmed the missing man has been found and is safe. Police thanked the public for their help in spreading the news of the missing man.

Previous story continues below.

WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah — Police in West Valley City are asking for the public’s help as they search for a missing man they say is considered endangered.

Police say 34-year-old Joshua Bakker was last seen around 3 p.m. in the area of 3500 West and 4000 South.

Authorities say Bakker has a diminished mental capacity and also requires medication to manage “extreme seizures”, and they are concerned for his well-being because he does not have access to his medication.

Bakker is described as a man who stands 5-feet, 2-inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. He was wearing a black sweatshirt, jeans and no shoes.

Anyone who sees the man is asked to call West Valley City PD at 801-840-4000.