Mar 27, 2021

Police cancel Silver Alert; missing Kan. woman found

Posted Mar 27, 2021 4:20 PM
Marilyn Dowell is also suffering from dementia like symptoms, according to police
Marilyn Dowell is also suffering from dementia like symptoms, according to police

Authorities in Lawrence report they have located 94-year-old Marilyn Dowell and she is safe.

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DOUGLAS COUNTY —Lawrence Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a missing elderly adult.

Marilyn Dowell, 94-years-old was reported missing by a care-giver in the 1700 block of Brandon Woods Drive in Lawrence on Saturday morning, according to police spokesman Patrick Compton. 

Also missing was Marilyn’s 2012 gold, GMC Terrain, with a Kansas Disabled license plate: 12535.

Officers were able to locate Marilyn’s vehicle leaving the city at 7:44 a.m., and a neighbor told police she could be on her way to Arizona.

Marilyn needs movement assistance and is considered a fall risk.

If you see Ms. Dowell or her 2012 GMC Terrain, please contact the Lawrence Police Department immediately at (785) 832-7509.