Authorities continue searching for a missing East Camden man as cold temperatures heighten concern for his safety.

According to the Ouachita County Sheriff's Office, 38-year-old Anthony Richardson was last seen Wednesday night, January 28, around 8:30 p.m., when he walked away from his residence on East Busbee Street in East Camden. Investigators say Richardson has diminished mental capacity and had not been taking his medication at the time he disappeared.

On Friday, January 31, law enforcement launched an extensive search throughout the City of East Camden. Deputies, on-foot search teams, ATVs, and the Ouachita County Drone Team covered residential areas, nearby wooded property, and surrounding locations. That search ended Friday with no contact made.

Over the weekend, deputies narrowed their focus after Richardson was reportedly seen on a surveillance camera in the southeast portion of the search area. Radio Works News spoke with Chief Deputy Larry McMahan, who said search efforts concentrated primarily south of Busbee Street and west of Gallivan, then extended east of Gallivan toward the Calhoun County line.

McMahan said drones were deployed over wooded areas, with crews hoping Richardson's bright orange puffer jacket would be visible from the air. Community members also joined the effort, checking businesses, residences, warehouses, farm buildings, sheds, and other structures throughout the area.

Early Sunday morning, the East Camden Fire Department was toned out to assist with the search as overnight temperatures were expected to drop into the teens, with wind chills reaching single digits. Authorities say the extreme cold has increased urgency, given concerns about Richardson's ability to stay warm.

On Monday afternoon, deputies were again seen near Killingsworth Circle shortly before 3 p.m., flying drones in hopes of finding new clues following the large group search effort from the weekend.

The Sheriff's Office issued an additional request to residents who may feel unsafe checking outbuildings or sheds on their property. Deputies say anyone uncomfortable searching alone can call the Sheriff's Office, and a deputy will respond to check the area.

Authorities continue asking residents in East Camden and Harmony Grove to physically check carports, garages, barns, sheds, vacant structures, and other enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces. They also urge people to review doorbell cameras, security systems, and trail cameras from the evening of January 28 through the present, and to speak directly with neighbors who may not use social media.

Richardson is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing about 200 pounds, with brown hair, blue eyes, and reddish facial hair. He was last seen wearing an orange puffer jacket, black pants, and purple shoes. Deputies caution that he may be confused or agitated and should be approached with care.

Anyone who sees Anthony Richardson or has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Ouachita County Sheriff's Office at 870-231-5300, extension 1, or call 911 immediately.

Authorities say the community's continued assistance remains critical as the search moves forward.