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Missing Woman With Dementia Sought In Harlem: Police

A missing woman last seen Thursday in Harlem may need medical attention, according to authorities.

A missing woman with dementia was last seen Thursday in Harlem, according to police.
A missing woman with dementia was last seen Thursday in Harlem, according to police. (New York City Police Department )

HARLEM, NY — New York City authorities are searching for a missing woman with dementia in Harlem.

Thelma Forbes, 78, was last seen at 3 p.m. Thursday on Saint Nicholas Avenue (police did not give a cross-street). Forbes is considered a vulnerable missing adult and may need medical attention.

Forbes was last seen wearing a black and beige dress, white hooded sweatshirt, black shoes and a black cap. She is described as 5 foot 5 and 160 pounds.

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Anyone with information can call the Missing Person Squad at 212-678-1611 or 911.


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