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Several readers recently asked for an update following reports that the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department (KCK Police) had issued a Silver Alert for a missing 76-year-old woman.
After reviewing official and local updates, no verified or active Silver Alert matching that description was found as of November 13, 2025.
Below is a factual, SEO-friendly report explaining what we confirmed, background on Silver Alerts, related past alerts, and what residents can do if they have helpful information.
What We Checked and What We Found
Our review included official Kansas statewide public safety information and local Kansas City, Kansas updates.
As of now, no new KCK Police Silver Alert for a 76-year-old woman appears to be active or confirmed.
However, there have been recent and past Silver Alerts in the Kansas City area involving elderly individuals, which can cause confusion when similar alerts circulate on social media.
To maintain accuracy and prevent misinformation, it’s essential not to share or repost unverified claims about missing persons until they appear on official KCK Police or Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) platforms.
Why Accuracy Is Important for Missing-Person Alerts
A Silver Alert is an emergency public notification designed to locate missing older adults, especially those suffering from dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or other cognitive conditions.
Publishing or sharing false information about such alerts can:
- Waste law enforcement time and resources.
- Cause unnecessary distress to families and communities.
- Spread confusion during active searches for real missing individuals.
When an official KCK Police Silver Alert is issued, it normally appears on:
- The KCK Police Department’s verified website and official social media.
- Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) statewide bulletins.
- Major Kansas City area news outlets, including TV and radio updates.
Verified Silver Alert Cases Related to the KCK Area
| Item | Age / Sex | Location | Date Reported (Public) | Outcome / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosie Littles | 78-year-old woman | Kansas City, Kansas | December 2024 | Found safe and returned home |
| Ebuga Saidi | 76-year-old man | KCK (Central Ave area) | December 2018 | Located safely after alert |
| Michael James | 76-year-old man (dementia) | Kansas City, Kansas | July 2022 | Silver Alert canceled after being found safe |
| Debra Bone | 76-year-old woman | Elberfeld, Indiana | June 2024 | Located, but tragic outcome (different state case) |
(These records show past confirmed Silver Alerts in or near Kansas City, Kansas. None represent a current active alert for a missing 76-year-old woman.)
What You Should Do If You Believe You’ve Seen a Missing Person
If you think you’ve seen someone who may be the subject of a Silver Alert or appears in distress:
- Call 911 immediately if the situation seems urgent or life-threatening.
- For non-emergency tips, contact the KCK Police Department through their official non-emergency phone line.
- Provide accurate, detailed information—such as the location, time, description of the person, and vehicle details if available.
- Do not share unverified photos or posts on social media. Always confirm details with official agencies before posting.
After conducting a thorough check of Kansas Bureau of Investigation and Kansas City area law enforcement updates, we found no current verified Silver Alert for a missing 76-year-old woman in Kansas City, Kansas as of November 13, 2025.
If new or verified information emerges, an updated, fully sourced article will follow immediately.
Until then, residents are urged to stay alert, share only confirmed details, and contact authorities if they have credible information about any missing senior citizens in their community.