Elderly goes missing after visiting Manila North Cemetery on Undas

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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