Roberto Duquilla went missing after going to Manila North Cemetery in Manila on All Souls’ Day on November 1, 2023. (Photo from his son Robert)
MANILA, Philippines — A senior citizen with dementia went missing after he visited the Manila North Cemetery in Manila on All Souls’ Day, November 1.
According to a Facebook post by the Manila Public Information Office on Thursday, 64-year-old Roberto Duquilla wore a peach t-shirt, khaki maong pants, and leather brown slippers.
“Information on his location may be sent directly to his family through Robert Duquilla (Son) at 0906-002-9098 or Jovic Duquilla (Son) at 0928-404-4747,” it said.
The missing person’s son, Robert, told INQUIRER.net that his father was outside the Manila North cemetery around 3 p.m.
He was seen by a nurse, who brought him to a station built by Manila Doctors Hospital inside the cemetery.
The older Duquilla reportedly insisted on leaving.
Robert is pleading for help.
He said a reward would be given to anyone who could find his father.
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