Richmond Heights police searching for missing 69-year-old man

RICHMOND HEIGHTS, Mo. - Police from the Richmond Heights Police Department have issued a missing persons report for a 69-year-old man who was last seen nearly two months ago.

Willie Hurst's sister, who notified police about her brother's disappearance, said that the 69-year-old was dispatched from St. Mary's behavioral unit around 2 p.m. on June 26, 2025.

Willie's sister also told police that her brother has underlying medical issues, including kidney failure and schizophrenia. She also believes that Willie was noncompliant with his medicine.

Willie is described as a Black male who is about 5'8" and weighs about 170 pounds. Other characteristics of Willie include that he has gray hair, brown eyes and a grayish-black-colored beard.

Anyone who has information about Hurst's whereabouts is urged to contact their nearest law enforcement agency at 911 or the Richmond Heights Police Department, who can be reached at 314-655-3630.