The California Highway Patrol has issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the Antioch Police Department, for a missing elderly woman from Contra Costa County. The alert identifies the woman as 73-year-old Ruthie Lindsey, last seen on East 18th Street and Holub Lane in Antioch.
Lindsey, who weighed around 115 pounds with gray hair and brown eyes, was reportedly wearing a gold blazer, pants of an unknown color, and white Reebok shoes when she vanished. The alert, activated by the CHP, indicates Lindsey was last seen on May 16, at about 9 a.m., and is believed to be traveling on foot.
Authorities have expressed concern for Lindsey's safety, classifying her as being "at risk". The CHP has urged the public to be on the lookout and to report any sightings immediately to 9-1-1. Detailed information about the alert and Lindsey's description can be found on the CHP's website.
Silver Alert - Contra Costa County.
— CHP - Alerts (@CHPAlerts) May 17, 2024
Last seen: East 18th Street and Holub Lane, Antioch.@AntiochPolice
IF SEEN, CALL 9-1-1. pic.twitter.com/WKzo2AgDeR
Police have not disclosed further details on the circumstances leading up to Lindsey's disappearance nor provided potential destinations where she might be headed. Meanwhile, the urgent push to locate her persists, with local authorities spearheading the search and requesting community assistance.
