Springfield Police Issued Endangered Silver Advisory
Authorities are searching for a 73-year-old woman with dementia who was last seen driving in Springfield.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Alzheimer’s
The Springfield Police Department has issued an Endangered Silver Advisory for Linda Kay Brown, a 73-year-old woman living with dementia. She was last seen operating a vehicle while traveling through the city.
Why it matters
Silver Advisories are activated by law enforcement when a vulnerable adult with a cognitive impairment goes missing and is considered at risk. The initiative aims to leverage public assistance to locate missing individuals quickly.
Linda Kay Brown is 73 years old and stands 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing 150 pounds. She was last seen operating a 2016 Toyota Camry with Missouri license plate EC6B1B.
The players
Linda Kay Brown
She is a 73-year-old resident with dementia who is the subject of the current missing person search.
Springfield Police Department
This is the local law enforcement agency responsible for issuing the Silver Advisory and coordinating the search efforts.
The details
Brown left her location on S. Cavalier Drive and was last spotted driving a dark blue Toyota Camry westbound on Chestnut Expressway. The vehicle features visible damage to the passenger side headlight and windshield.
Timeline
Brown departed from S. Cavalier Drive on September 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Police issued the official Endangered Silver Advisory on September 25, 2026.
The Big Picture
This case follows the standard operational procedures established by the Missouri Endangered Silver Advisory program. The policy ensures that local law enforcement can rapidly disseminate information to the public when a vulnerable adult goes missing.
Residents in the Springfield area are advised to keep an eye out for a dark blue 2016 Toyota Camry with passenger side damage. If the vehicle is spotted, members of the public should contact local authorities immediately.
The takeaway
Caregivers for individuals with dementia should remain vigilant about vehicle access as cognitive decline can impact driving ability. Establishing clear safety protocols can help prevent wandering incidents and ensure rapid response during emergencies.
Further reading
Learn more about support for patients and families at Alzheimer’s.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Ky3.
