Sheriff's Office

For Immediate Release

PR #: 1400008
Date Issued: Feb 05, 2014 - 5:45pm

Washoe Sheriff's Office searching for missing elderly man in north Reno

CONTACT: Bob Harmon
Washoe County Sheriff's Office
Office 775-785-6235
Cell 775-722-5517

Washoe County Sheriff's Office Deputies and Search and Rescue are currently searching for an elderly, endangered male last seen outside his residence on the 8000 Block of Mohawk Lane in north Reno at approximately 4:30 p.m. this afternoon.

The missing person is identified as 65-year-old Kenneth Mandhey. He is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and of medium build with white or gray hair. He was last seen wearing a light brown sweater and light pink sweatpants.

Anyone who has seen Mr. Mandhey, or has information about his whereabouts, is asked to contact the Washoe County Sheriff's Office immediately at (775) 785-WCSO (9276) or 911.

No photo is available at this time.


The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to preserving a safe and secure community with professionalism, respect, integrity and the highest commitment to equality. Sheriff Darin Balaam is the 27th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County since the Office was created in 1861. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office strives to ensure public safety by building trust and creating partnerships within the diverse communities in which we serve. We will promote the dignity of all people supported by our words and actions through open communication while fostering an environment of professionalism, integrity and mutual respect.

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