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FOUND: GRPD searching for missing 82-year-old with dementia-like symptoms

UPDATE: Marcella Mae Palmer has been located and is home safe.
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Marcella Palmer

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Update 12/10/20

GRPD have located Marcella Mae Palmer and she is home safe. 

Original 12/10/20:

Authorities in Grand Rapids are hoping the public can help them locate a missing 82-year-old woman. 

Marcella Mae Palmer has not been seen or heard from since around 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 8. 

According to Grand Rapids Police, Palmer was dropped off at her home on Rowland Avenue SE. Around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 9, her family went to pick her up but she and her vehicle were gone. 

Palmer suffers from dementia-like symptoms, including memory loss and confusion. She also suffers from other medical issues.

Palmer's family said based on similar events that have happened in the past, she may be in a grocery store or gas station parking lot -- likely Meijer. 

Palmer vehicle is a silver 2018 Chevy Cruze with the Michigan plates 6KXB46 

Anyone who may have seen or heard from her should contact law enforcement at 616-456-3400 or 911.

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