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Missing 77-year-old in Bisbee found dead

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BISBEE, Ariz. (KGUN) — A missing 77-year-old man was found dead, according to the Cochise County Sheriff's Office.

Albert Hopper and had not been seen since Oct. 15 at or near his residence near Sims Road and Compton Avenue.

He was found dead on Old Divide Road.

Hopper's bike was also missing. It is a green older model bike with an electric motor kit.

According to BPD, his dog was located inside the residence with no food or water.

The Cochise County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue team is in the area at this time beginning a search.

If anyone has information regarding Hopper or his whereabouts, please contact SEACOM at 520-803-3550.

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