The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has issued a statewide Purple Alert for Dakota Lane Langdell, a 24‑year‑old man with autism who went missing in Sharon Springs.
Details of the disappearance
Langdell was last seen at approximately 228 North Kennedy in Sharon Springs. KBI officials say he is a white male, about 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing roughly 180 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance he was wearing a gray shirt, blue jeans, and possibly a hat.
Potential direction of travel
KBI investigators believe Langdell may be traveling south toward Stratford, Texas, though his exact whereabouts remain unknown.
How the public can help
Authorities are urging anyone who sees Langdell or has information about his location to call 911 immediately. Additional tips can be reported to the Wallace County Sheriff’s Office at 785‑852‑4286.
The Purple Alert system is reserved for missing individuals who are considered vulnerable, such as those with developmental disabilities, and is designed to mobilize law‑enforcement resources across the state quickly.
Original reporting: KSHB 41 Kansas City (local) — read the source article.
