PIKESVILLE, MD—Authorities in Baltimore County have issued a Purple Alert for a 67-year-old Pikesville man who has been missing for several days.
Joseph Essien was last seen on April 28 in the Pikesville area, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. Officials issued the alert Saturday citing concerns for his well-being. In Maryland, Purple Alerts are used to assist in locating missing adults with mental or cognitive disabilities who may be in danger.
Essien is described by police as being 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 160 pounds…