MANTUA TOWNSHIP, NJ — Police are urgently asking for the public’s help in locating David Cassel, a vulnerable missing man with dementia who disappeared late Thursday morning. According to the Mantua Township Police Department, David was last seen at approximately 11:00 AM and is believed to be traveling on foot between the Mantua and Pitman areas.

Authorities say David is known to walk long distances and may appear confused or disoriented. Because of his medical condition and the warm weather, police are treating this as a high‑priority missing person case.

🧩 Description of Missing Person

• Name: David Cassel
• Last Seen: Around 11:00 AM today
• Location: Mantua Township, NJ (walking toward Mantua/Pitman corridor)
• Clothing: • Knit hat • Gray coat • Blue pants
• Medical Condition: Dementia (may be confused, unable to communicate clearly)

Police have not released David’s age, but they emphasize that he is at risk due to his cognitive condition and the possibility of becoming lost or unable to seek help.

📞 How to Help

Anyone who sees David or has information about his whereabouts is urged to immediately contact law enforcement.

Emergency:

📞 911

Mantua Township Police Department (Non‑Emergency):

📞 856‑589‑0911

Official Police Contact Page:

Mantua Township Police Department – Contact & Directory https://mantuatwp.com/police-department/ (mantuatwp.com in Bing)

📍 Search Area

David is believed to be traveling on foot between:

• Mantua Township
• Pitman
• Surrounding neighborhoods, wooded paths, and local roadways

Residents in these areas are encouraged to:

• Check home security cameras
• Review doorbell footage
• Look around sheds, porches, yards, and wooded edges
• Report any possible sightings, even if uncertain

📣 Community Urged to Share

Police are asking residents across Gloucester County to share this alert on social media, especially in:

• Mantua
• Pitman
• Wenonah
• Deptford
• Washington Township

The more eyes on this alert, the faster David can be located safely.

🕊️ Goal: Bring David Home Safely

With dementia cases, time is critical. Even small pieces of information—such as a possible sighting, direction of travel, or camera footage—can significantly help investigators.

If you have any information, please contact police immediately.