The Detroit Police Department is actively seeking help from the public to locate Valencia VanBuren, a 67-year-old woman who has been missing since November 28. VanBuren was last seen in the area of the 600 block of Merton Road, according to ClickOnDetroit. Concerns are heightened due to her medical conditions; she suffers from COPD, emphysema, and diabetes, as mentioned by her daughter.
Officials have extended an appeal to anyone who may have information to come forward to assist in the search. VanBuren is described as being 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing around 180 pounds, with blond hair that's tinged with gray, and brown eyes. She may be driving her blue 2013 Chevy Equinox, although no license plate information has been provided. The absence of a detailed clothing description leaves more for onlookers to speculate, yet it begs the community to be vigilant in their observations and to actively seek to report any signs of the missing woman.
The Detroit Police Department's 12th Precinct is the primary contact for tips or sightings, listed at 313-596-1240. Moreover, the case has not escaped social media's expanse, with the department amplifying their call for assistance through a post on the Detroit Police Department's Missing Facebook page. "Please help us find missing Valencia VanBuren. If you have any information, please call," the post implores.
Additionally, those wishing to remain anonymous have the option to reach out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up. In a time where community plays a crucial role, any piece of information, no matter how seemingly insignificant, has the potential to greatly assist in bringing Valencia VanBuren back to her family and a community now holding its breath in hope for her safe return.
