TBI: Missing South Carolina woman last seen in Sullivan Co. found safe
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) said Tuesday it is assisting the Spartanburg County, South Carolina Sheriff's Office with finding a missing woman who may be in the Tri-Cities area.
A social media post by the TBI said Betty Fisher, 91, was reported missing Monday after leaving her home at 10 a.m. that day. A Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office release posted by the TBI said her son told police she has not called or made contact since.
The TBI said Fisher was driving a dark grey 2025 Toyota RAV4 with SC tag 734BXU, and the vehicle was last seen in Sullivan County earlier Tuesday.
The release said that although it hasn't been diagnosed, Fisher is believed to have early-onset dementia. The release said she takes daily medication that is necessary for her health.
The release said Fisher is a white female with green eyes and white hair. She is 5'7″ tall and weighs 152 lbs.
Anyone who may see Fisher or her vehicle is urged to call the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office at (864) 503-4670.
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