WASHINGTON – Fairfax County police are asking the public’s help in finding a man who has been missing since Tuesday.

Kenneth Hirsch left a residence in the 1400 block of Kingstream Drive, in Herndon, Virginia, at about 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, along with his dog. He was reported missing Wednesday, the police say.

Detectives say Hirsch may be experiencing emotional distress and may have a gun. They say he should not be approached, but that if you know anything about where he is, they ask you to call them at 703-691-2131 or Crime Solvers at1-866-411-TIPS.