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Search underway for missing 72-year-old man from SW Miami -Dade
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 5, 2026
· 1 min read
The search is underway for a missing man from Southwest Miami-Dade. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies said 72-year-old Raymond Wayne Chambers was last seen in the area of 11800 Southwest 216th Street on the afternoon of May 17. Officials said Chambers stands 6 feet and weighs 180 pounds. He has b
Key takeaway Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies said 72-year-old Raymond Wayne Chambers was last seen in the area of 11800 Southwest 216th Street on the afternoon of May 17.
Why this matters in The Miami
The disappearance of 72-year-old Raymond Wayne Chambers in Southwest Miami-Dade raises concerns about the safety of seniors in the area. Given the region's vulnerability to hurricanes and flooding, it is crucial that residents, especially the elderly, have a support system in place. As the search for Chambers continues, it is a reminder that neighborhoods like Little Havana, Wynwood, and Brickell, which are part of the larger Miami-Dade community, need to be vigilant and look out for one another. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and local authorities are working to locate Chambers, and residents can play a vital role by reporting any information to the designated contacts. With a large Latin American and Caribbean population in the area, community outreach and engagement will be key in ensuring that everyone is informed and involved in the search efforts.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 5, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The search is underway for a missing man from Southwest Miami-Dade. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies said 72-year-old Raymond Wayne Chambers was last seen in the area of 11800 Southwest 216th Street on the afternoon of May 17. Officials said Chambers stands 6 feet and weighs 180 pounds. He has b
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