Quebec provincial police have issued a Silver Alert for an 86-year-old woman from the United States who was last seen near Longueuil on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Authorities are seeking the public's assistance in locating the missing senior.
The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was reported missing after she was last spotted in the Longueuil area, a suburb of Montreal. Police have released images of the elderly woman in hopes that someone may recognize her and provide information on her whereabouts.
A Silver Alert is a public notification system used in Canada and the United States to broadcast information about missing persons, particularly seniors with cognitive impairments such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease. The alert aims to mobilize the community to help find the individual quickly.
Investigators are urging anyone with information about the missing woman to contact their local police department or call 911 immediately. They emphasize that time is critical in such cases, especially given the woman's age and potential health concerns.
The missing woman is described as being 86 years old, with grey hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a light-colored coat and dark pants. Police did not specify the exact location or time of her disappearance but confirmed that she is a U.S. citizen.
This incident has drawn attention to the importance of Silver Alerts, which have proven effective in locating missing seniors. In Quebec, the system is relatively new and has been used in a handful of cases since its implementation.
Authorities are working closely with U.S. counterparts to coordinate the search. The woman's family has been notified and is cooperating with investigators.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sûreté du Québec at 1-800-659-4264 or visit their local police station.
