The Bellevue Police Department is reaching out to the community in an effort to find 54-year-old Denise Silva, who was reported missing earlier this week. Silva was last seen on Tuesday near a dental office at the corner of Bellevue Way and Main Street, according to the Bellevue Beat Blog.
Authorities became involved after Silva's parents contacted them, expressing concern for their daughter's well-being. Denise Silva has a pre-existing brain injury, which has been known to cause confusion and disorientation. The police are especially worried given that she was not dressed for the cold weather, having left the premises wearing only a light grey fleece, black pants, and black sneakers. The Bellevue police have emphasized the urgency of the situation due to the fact that she had left on foot, was unfamiliar with the area, and the dropping night temperatures.
In a statement made to the public, the Bellevue Police urged residents, particularly those in west Bellevue, to search their properties for any sign of Silva. "Check your yards, sheds, and any outlying buildings," they advised, holding onto hope that community members might provide vital clues to locate the missing woman. Anyone who sees someone matching Silva's description is encouraged to immediately call 911.
Denise Silva is described as being 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing 165 pounds, with brown eyes. The Bellevue Beat Blog reports that the police are particularly asking people to comb through less-frequented areas of their properties, where Silva could have sought shelter from the elements.
For anyone who has information that could aid in the search or who comes across someone who matches Denise Silva's description, the Bellevue police have stressed the importance of contacting them immediately, driving home the community's crucial role in these situations. The full alert and a description of Denise Silva can be found on the Bellevue Beat Blog at https://bellevuebeatblog.com/2025/11/27/bellevue-police-seeking-missing-woman/.
