San Bernard River: Authorities searching for missing 70-year-old man

BRAZORIA COUNTY, Texas - Authorities are searching for a 70-year-old man who has been reported missing. 

Brazoria County authorities searching for missing person on the San Bernard River

What we know:

According to the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office, they were notified of the missing person on the San Bernard River near FM 521. 

Officials said the 70-year-old man was last seen on Monday around 12 p.m.

Authorities said family members contacted law enforcement when he did not return from a boat test drive. 

Search resources and other partner agencies were contacted to assist in the effort, officials said. 

The search was called off around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday night, with plans to resume at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Residents may notice increased law enforcement activity as operations continue. 

What we don't know:

 Officials did not provide the missing man's name.