After several days of uncertainty and public appeals, 66-year-old Delfina Montalvo, who was reported missing from Norman since last Tuesday, July 1, has been found safe. KOCO reported that the Norman police confirmed the cancellation of the Silver Alert, initially issued when Montalvo's disappearance sparked concern due to her dementia and limited English comprehension, communicating solely in Spanish.
The Norman Police Department described Montalvo as a woman standing 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 102 pounds, with brown hair, and who was last seen on Woodcrest Drive and Sequoyah Trail; she was wearing dark-colored leggings an unknown top, and tennis shoes, the specific apparel was unclear but it didn't deter local citizens and authorities alike from coming together in the search for Montalvo. News 9 originally reported the details of Montalvo's last known whereabouts and description to aid in her recovery.
Much to the relief of the community, the collaborative efforts between concerned citizens and law enforcement led to a happy resolution, Montalvo's wellbeing remained at the forefront of this endeavor, the situation urged people from various facets of the Norman locale to keep an eye out for her and thankfully resulted in a successful reunification with her family. KFOR updated the public with this positive outcome, echoing the sentiments shared across the community that every individual is invaluable and that their safety underlies the fabric of the community's spirit.
