Search resumes for woman missing from Grafton area

NOTE: An image of the missing woman has been posted to NSWPF social media pages

A search is about to resume for a woman missing in the state's Northern Rivers.

Gladys Grimshaw, aged 74, was last seen at the intersection of Armidale and Black Swan Roads, Coutts Crossing, 20km south of Grafton, about 6.30pm yesterday (Wednesday 7 October 2020).

Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District were notified when she failed to return home and initiated an extensive search of the area with the assistance of SES volunteers.

Police and her family have concerns for Ms Grimshaw's welfare as she has dementia and may be disorientated.

She is described as being of Caucasian appearance, of medium build, about 155cm tall, with brown greying hair.

She was last seen wearing a grey cardigan over a blue t-shirt, denim jeans and was carrying a handbag.

A command post has been established at the Coutts Crossing SES depot with the search to resume about 8am today (Thursday 8 October 2020).

Anyone who sees Ms Grimshaw, or has information about her whereabouts, is urged to contact Grafton Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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