Police: Dover man fled hospital; Gold alert issued

A gold alert was issued for a man after police say he left a Delaware medical facility wearing scrubs.

The Dover Police Department says on Tuesday, a gold alert was issued for 38-year-old Steven Huey, of Dover. Police say Huey was last seen on Tuesday morning at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital, where he was getting treatment for a medical condition. 

Authorities report that while hospital staff were attempting to take him to another location for further treatment, the 38-year-old fled and was unable to be located by police or hospital staff. According to the report, Huey was last seen wearing a blue scrub top and bottom, white sneakers, and a black hooded sweatshirt that says "KING" across the chest. Officers say Huey stands 5'10" with a thin build.

Police say his health and safety may be at risk without proper treatment.

Anyone with information related Huey's whereabouts is asked to call the Dover Police Department at 302-736-7111.