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69-year-old woman with Alzheimer’s missing since Thursday

Oct 31, 2025, 5:47 AM

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Headshot of Joan Harrison, 69, who's currently missing. (Photo courtesy of the King County Sheriff's Office)

(Photo courtesy of the King County Sheriff's Office)

The King County Search & Rescue team is actively searching for a 69-year-old woman with Alzheimer’s who was last seen Thursday.

The woman, Joan Harrison, hasn’t been seen since 12 p.m. Thursday. Her last known location was near Shoreview Park in Shoreline.

Harrison is approximately 5 feet, 7 inches tall, wearing a blue hat and a long blue parka.

The King County Search & Rescue team is worried she may not be able to get home without assistance.

If anyone has more information regarding her whereabouts, please call 911.

This is a developing story, check back for updates

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