8:45 P.M. UPDATE: Mr. O’brien has been located, according to Flowery Branch Police. However, there was no immediate word on his condition and where and by whom was the found.
ORIGINAL STORY. POSTED AT 4:30 P.M.:
The Flowery Branch Police Department is asking the public for assistance in locating a 72-year old man from Flowery Branch, who was reported missing after 7AM on Wednesday.
FLOWERY BRANCH POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSING PERSON ALERT:
“The Flowery Branch Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating Mr. William “Billy” Obrien, a 72-year-old male from Flowery Branch. Mr. Obrien was last in contact with his family around 7 AM on December 18, 2024, during which he indicated he was experiencing medical distress. He also suffers from dementia.
Mr. Obrien is believed to be driving a Silver 2016 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck with Georgia license plate HU32CI. The vehicle was spotted at 10:57 AM in the Grantville, Georgia area, and again at 1:48PM in the Douglasville, Georgia area. Anyone who spots Mr. Obrien or his vehicle is urged to call 911 immediately. Your help is greatly appreciated in locating him and ensuring his safety.”