St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Minnesota BCA has issued a statewide missing person alert. 

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The alert was issued Wednesday afternoon. It regards a man who was last heard from over a week ago. 

The alert says the family of 53-year-old  Eric McCloud of St. Paul had their last contact with him on October 8 at his home in St. Paul. Authorities say his destination or means of travel are unknown. 

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McCloud is described as white, five feet nine inches, 210 pounds with blue eyes and a bald head. Officials say they do not have a description of the clothing he was last seen wearing. 

The BCA urges Anyone with information on McCloud’s whereabouts to contact the St. Paul Police Department at 651-291-1111 or dial 911.

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