Statewide Silver Alert Issued for Missing Salina Woman A statewide Silver Alert that was activated Thursday morning has been canceled after a missing woman from Salina was located safely in western Kansas. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation confirmed late Thursday that 75-year-old Yvonne Pereirra-Mcwhorter was found unharmed in Wakeeney, a town located 128 miles west of Salina along Interstate 70. Authorities initially reported that Pereirra-Mcwhorter’s whereabouts were unknown, prompting a public appeal for assistance in locating her. The Silver Alert, which had been active since Thursday morning, was officially canceled after her safe discovery. Pereirra-Mcwhorter was believed to be driving a blue 2025 Nissan Pathfinder with Texas license plates numbered 6YGPZ. Before her location was confirmed, she was last seen north of Norton on Thursday, March 12. Officials described her as a woman approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing around 185 pounds. She had brown hair, brown eyes, and was known to wear a medical identification bracelet. Additionally, she was observed wearing a splint on her right hand at the time of her last sighting. The incident highlights the collaborative efforts of law enforcement and the public in locating missing persons, particularly in cases involving individuals who may require immediate medical attention or assistance. Authorities have not yet released further details about the circumstances leading to her disappearance or the reason for her medical condition.#kansas #kansas_bureau_of_investigation #yvonne_pereirramcwhorter #salina #wakeeney
Statewide Silver Alert for Missing Salina Woman A statewide Silver Alert has been issued for Yvonne Pereirra-McWhorter, a 75-year-old woman reported missing from Salina, Kansas. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) activated the alert at the request of the Salina Police Department, urging the public to assist in locating her. Pereirra-McWhorter is believed to be driving a blue 2025 Nissan Pathfinder with a Texas license plate numbered 6YGPZ. According to the KBI, she was last spotted on Thursday morning near Norton, a town approximately 20 miles north of Salina. Authorities have not disclosed the circumstances of her disappearance but emphasized the urgency of the search. The KBI provided detailed physical descriptions of Pereirra-McWhorter, noting she is around 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs approximately 185 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes, and is known to wear a medical ID bracelet. Additionally, she is reported to be wearing a splint on her right hand, which may indicate an injury or medical condition. Law enforcement officials have urged anyone with information about her whereabouts to contact the Salina Police Department directly at 785-826-7210. Alternatively, the public is advised to call 911 immediately if they encounter Pereirra-McWhorter or her vehicle. The Silver Alert, which is part of a statewide system to locate missing elderly individuals, highlights the critical need for community involvement in such cases. Authorities have not yet released details about the potential reasons for her disappearance, but the alert underscores the challenges faced in locating missing persons, particularly those with medical conditions or mobility issues.#kansas_bureau_of_investigation #salina_police_department #yvonne_pereirramcwhorter #silver_alert #nissan_pathfinder
