In Kalajoki, police are looking into the circumstances surrounding the death of an elderly man who had disappeared from a care home. The man was reported missing from the facility located near the center of Kalajoki and was a resident there. Authorities found him three hours later, suffering from severe hypothermia, and he later died the same day.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the elderly man exited the care home through an emergency exit. The police are currently conducting a death investigation to ascertain the cause of death and whether any negligence is involved in the care home's operations. As of now, there are no additional investigations underway.

This tragic incident raises concerns about the safety protocols in place at care facilities for the elderly, especially regarding residents' ability to leave the premises without supervision. It highlights the critical necessity for care homes to implement stringent measures to prevent such occurrences, ensuring the well-being and safety of their residents.