The North Las Vegas Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating Bessie Holleman, a 75-year-old woman with early-stage dementia who went missing yesterday. As reported by FOX5 Vegas, Holleman was last seen at around 5:30 p.m., departing from her residence on the 2100 block of Kenneth Road.
Holleman stands 5 feet tall and weighs approximately 135 pounds, she has short gray hair and brown eyes. The day she was last seen, Bessie was dressed in a short-sleeved peach shirt, green sweatpants, and white shoes. It's pertinent to note that she might become disoriented due to her condition, and she did not have identification or a cell phone with her at the time of her disappearance.
Known for her visits to the Bighorn Casino and Smith's grocery store on Las Vegas Boulevard North, Holleman's usual haunts might be pivotal in locating her. According to a News 3 LV report, the police are working with these details in their ongoing search efforts.
Officials are urging anyone who might have information regarding Holleman's whereabouts to step forward. Leads can be critical in such situations, where time is of essence, and a community's swift response can make a significant difference. The North Las Vegas Police Department can be contacted at 702-633-9111 by any individual with information, pertaining to this case.
