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Kansas City police report missing woman with schizophrenia found and safe

Gaynell M Harris-Moore, 74, was last seen around 11:30 a.m. walking near 3707 East 47th Terrace, according to Officer Donna Drake, a spokeswoman for the police department.
Gaynell M Harris-Moore, 74, was last seen around 11:30 a.m. walking near 3707 East 47th Terrace, according to Officer Donna Drake, a spokeswoman for the police department.

Update: Police reported Gaynell Harris-Moore found and safe.

Kansas City police are asking the public’s help to find a 74-year-old woman with schizophrenia who may be in need of medical assistance.

Gaynell M Harris-Moore was last seen early Saturday afternoon at 11:30 a.m. walking away from apartment 103 of a building at 3707 East 47th Terrace, according to Officer Donna Drake, a spokeswoman with the Kansas City Police Department.

Her family is concerned for her well being. She has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and psychosis, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol release.

The 74-year-old was wearing a beige and black jacket with dark black or blue jeans before she disappeared.

Harris-Moore stands about 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. She has gray hair and brown eyes.

Anyone with information about her location can contact the police department’s missing persons unit at 816-234-5220.

This story was originally published April 8, 2023 at 4:15 PM.

Matti Gellman
The Kansas City Star
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