Police looking for missing Newport Hills man

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Published October 23 2014

Bellevue Police are looking for a 44-year-old man last seen by friends or family on September 26. His father reported him missing on October 11, after he didn't show up for a meeting.

Michael W. Bennett is a white man, balding,with brown hair, brown eyes, 5-11, 185 pounds. He lives in the Newport Hills area. His clothing is unknown, but he likes to wear bandanas or hats. His car is a 2004 silver, four-door Lincoln LS.

On October 14, Bennett's vehicle was found parked at Snoqualmie Pass by the Alpental ski area, which is adjacent to the Snow Lake trailhead. The Bellevue Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in this case.

If you have seen Michael Bennett or have any information on his whereabouts, or if you saw the vehicle at Alpental, please contact the Bellevue Police (BellevuePD@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-2564).