Missing Altavista woman found safe

May Bowyer Drake, 75 (Altavista Police Department)

ALTAVISTA, Va. – UPDATE

The Altavista Police Department says a 75-year-old woman who was reported missing has been found safe.

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Authorities told 10 News that at this time, May Bowyer Drake is being checked by EMS.


ORIGINAL STORY

A 75-year-old woman with dementia has been reported missing out of Altavista.

The Altavista Police Department told 10 News that May Bowyer Drake was last seen Tuesday at about 10:30 p.m. in the 1400 block of Broad St.

Authorities say the woman is 5 feet, 8 inches tall with blue eyes and grey hair.

At this time, there will be a heavy police presence in the area as units continue to search for her.

Anyone with information on Drake is asked to call 911.


About the Author

Jazmine Otey joined the 10 News team in February 2021.

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