Cpl. Ronald Van Tassel
Friday, February 12, 2021 at 5:38 p.m.
Update: Jung Kang has been located.
Original Release:
The Spokane Police Department is currently looking for an elderly female who has dementia and is possibly walking around outside in frigid temperatures.
Officers are currently in the area of Nevada and Wellesley attempting to locate a vulnerable adult. 78 year old Jung Kang walked away from a business in the area. She has dementia and is not dressed for the freezing weather. If she is still outside, this is a life threatening situation for her. She is 5 feet tall, 100 pounds and last seen wearing a green jacket and jeans. She does not speak English. If seen, please call 911.
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