Mattie's Call issued in search for missing 69-year-old woman
WHITE COUNTY, Ga. - The White County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in their search for a missing 69-year-old woman who suffers from a mental illness.
Mattie Mizell has been previously diagnosed with dementia and has been missing since New Year's Day.
A Mattie's Call, Georgia's emergency missing alert for disabled or elderly persons, has since been issued.
Mizell was last seen in the area of NOK Drive and may have entered Babyland General Hospital, authorities said. Cleveland police are seeking to speak with anyone who visited the hospital between 3p - 6p on January 1.
Before her disappearance, Mizell was seen wearing blue pants or jeans, a purple and blue hooded sweatshirt, and blue shoes with white trim.
The White County Sheriff's Office issued a Mattie's Call as they continue to search for Mattie Mizell who suffers from dementia. (White County Sheriff's Office)
Mizell is described by police as an African American female with black hair and brown eyes, around 5 ft. and 3 in. tall, and weighing approximately 160 pounds.
On January 6, police released a photo of an orange pickup truck.
Police are searching for the driver of this orange vehicle. (Cleveland Police Department)
Police believe the driver of the pickup truck may have information related to the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Cleveland Police Department at 706-865-2111, or dispatch E911 at 706-865-0911.
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