Missing woman with dementia found, Pittsburgh police say

PITTSBURGH — UPDATE (1/12/23)

Pittsburgh police said Joan DePante was found safe at around 4:10 p.m., police say.

Pittsburgh police are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing woman with dementia.

Joan DePante was last seen on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. on the 800 block of N. Highland Avenue.

DePante also goes by Joanne of Joanie.

Police believe she may be headed toward Edgewood Town Center or Forest Hills.

DePante is 5 feet tall and weighs around 115 pounds. She has short white hair. She was las seen wearing blue pants, a black coat shoes and possibly a hat.

Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or contact the police at 412-323-7141.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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