Have You Seen This Missing Ulster County Man?

Police are seeking the public's help in locating a 62-year-old man who was last seen on March 3rd, 2026, in Ulster County, NY.

The Kingston Police Department is asking for assistance in locating Donald R. Ellsworth, who was last seen on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at approximately 3:30 p.m. at his residence in the City of Kingston, NY.

Missing Man in Kingston, NY

The Kingston Police Department is currently attempting to locate Donald Ellsworth, a 62-year-old man who was last seen at his home on Van Gaasbeck Street in the City of Kingston at 3:30 p.m., according to a post on the Kingston Police Department's Facebook page.

Police said that Ellsworth, who has a history of suicide attempts and substance abuse, is described as a white male standing 5'11'', weighing 215 pounds with blonde hair and blue eyes. He was last seen at his home on Tuesday wearing a blue coat, blue jeans, and gray and white sneakers.

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If you or someone you know has seen Ellsworth or has any information regarding his whereabouts, police are asking that you contact Detective Michael DeFrance at (845)-331-1671. When calling, please refer to incident case #2026-3202.

Missing Persons in New York

Unfortunately, cases similar to this are common in New York as thousands of people go missing each year across New York State. Over 13,000 missing person reports are filed in New York City annually, mostly involving children, vulnerable adults, and the elderly.

Currently, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation has over 100 missing persons cases open on its website.

The New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse, which assists law enforcement agencies handling cases involving missing children, college students, and vulnerable adults, reports that there are hundreds of active missing person cases across New York.

For more information on active cases, please call 1-800-346-3543 or visit their website.