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Downers Grove man goes missing

UPDATE: Authorities announced late Monday night that John Kroese had been found safe.

The Illinois State Police activated a missing person alert Monday night for an 88-year-old man at the request of Downers Grove police.

John Kroese was last seen leaving his home at 3 p.m. Monday, according to the alert. Kroese is described as white and bald with blue eyes, standing 6 feet tall and weighing 175 pounds.

Kroese drives a white 2020 Lincoln Aviator SUV with Illinois license plate E4405232.

Kroese has a condition that places him in danger, the alert said. Anyone with information about his whereabouts should call the Downers Grove Police Department at (630) 434-5600 or dial 911.

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