Fort Worth's elderly population breathed a collective sigh of relief as 82-year-old Concepcion Herrera, the subject of a recent Silver Alert, was confirmed to have been found late Friday evening. According to CBS News Texas, the alert was lifted after Herrera's whereabouts were ascertained, though details on her condition were not immediately disclosed.

The initial alarm was raised after Herrera was reported missing from near the JPS Hospital on South Main Street in Fort Worth. At the time of her disappearance, she donned a black or tan jacket, a black top, and green pants, as per law enforcement descriptions. Herrera is around 5 feet 2 inches tall with gray hair and brown eyes—a familiar face amid an often bustling urban environment.

The Tarrant County Hospital District Police Department fervently searched for Herrera, who was last seen at approximately 10:45 a.m. on Friday, as reported by The Star-Telegram. The urgency of the Silver Alert was heightened by reports that Herrera suffered from a cognitive impairment, raising legitimate concerns regarding her health and safety.

Community members and officials alike were encouraged to aid in the matter, with a call to action to report any information that could lead to Herrera's safe return. "Our top priority is the health and safety of this and all our patients," JPS Hospital stated in a response about the incident, reinforcing the gravity of the situation for those involved, as per CBS News Texas.