A 71-year-old Hamilton woman with dementia is missing after leaving her home on foot early Tuesday, and authorities are asking residents to keep watch—especially because she may be barefoot. Diane Rae Hoelle was last seen around 1:27 a.m. wearing colored pajamas.
The initial alert, reported by Local 12, describes Hoelle as 5 feet 3 inches tall and about 140 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen after leaving her home in Hamilton's Ranlyn Drive area, and the search is underway in Butler County.
What Hamilton Residents Should Know
Because Hoelle has dementia and may be without shoes, officials are asking anyone with information or a possible sighting to contact law enforcement promptly. The Butler County Sheriff's Office lists 911 for emergencies and 513-785-1300 for non-emergency dispatch.
The initial report did not provide a direction of travel or vehicle description, leaving the search focused on public tips from Hamilton and surrounding Butler County communities. Anyone who sees Hoelle or knows where she may be should contact local law enforcement immediately, according to Local 12.
