85-year-old Novi man found safely in Manistee
NOVI, Mich. — A happy ending unfolded today in the case of an elderly man who had been missing from Novi, Michigan. The 85-year-old, last seen headed south near M-57 and Northland Drive in Kent County, was found safe and sound miles away in Manistee!
Locals had been worrying after the man disappeared on August 5. He had left his home near 13 Mile and Meadowbrook roads around 9 a.m., driving off in his vehicle. Since then, his whereabouts had been unknown, leading to growing concerns amongst his friends, family, and the whole community.
Helping Hand from Michigan State Police
Thank goodness for the dedicated men and women of our fantastic Michigan State Police! Their hard work led to the safe discovery of the man in Manistee a day after he went missing. We need more of these heroes, don’t we? They confirmed he was not just safe, but also in good health, easing the fears of all who were concerned for him.
Arrangements for a Happy Homecoming
Even better, our missing man is already on his way home. Plans have been made to ensure his safe return to Novi, and we can’t wait to hear about their cheerful reunion!
We must respect privacy, so we have decided to exclude the man’s name and image from this coverage now that all turned out fine. Let’s celebrate the good news and show our respect for an elderly member of our great community!
Let’s Spread Good News!
Help us share the good news with your friends and family. After such stressful events, it’s always refreshing to hear a positive ending. Above all, let us use this as a reminder to always look out for each other, our elders, and our loved ones- because every person matters!
Author: STAFF HERE NOVI WRITER
The NOVI STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HERENovi.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Novi, Oakland County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as Motor City Comic Con, Michigan State Fair, and Novi Home and Garden Show. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Novi Chamber of Commerce and Novi Community Foundation, plus leading businesses in automotive, technology, and manufacturing that power the local economy such as Gentherm, Stoneridge, and Daifuku North America. As part of the broader HERE network, including HEREDetroitMI.com, HEREGrandRapids.com, HERENorthville.com, and HEREPlymouth.com, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Michigan's dynamic landscape.
