The Philadelphia Police Department has issued an alert for the public's assistance in finding Ms. Gertrude Fitchet, a 74-year-old woman reported as an endangered missing person from the 9th District. According to the police news release, Fitchet was last seen this afternoon at City Hall with her son, and concerns are growing for her safety after she wandered off from that location.
Details provided by the authorities describe Ms. Fitchet as standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing around 130 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair; she was last observed wearing a tan overcoat, tan shirt, and tan shoes—a detail accompanied by a photo for identification purposes. Not only does Ms. Fitchet reside on the 1600 block of West Champlost Avenue with her son, but her sudden disappearance adds an urgency to the quest to bring her home. Fitchet's well-being hinges upon the swift action of the community alongside law enforcement.
The Philadelphia Police have opened lines of communication for anyone who might have information regarding Gertrude Fitchet's current location. They are urging witnesses or individuals with any pertinent information to immediately reach out to the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093 or to contact emergency services by dialing 911.
