Peoria County, Illinois – Authorities are searching Peoria County for a 61-year-old woman last seen Tuesday, prompting public assistance.
According to the Peoria County Sheriff’s Office, Cheryl Wisher, 61, was last seen on February 11 at Cedars of Lebanon, located at 1047 N. Emily Place, where she resides.
Deputies said Wisher was wearing a pink T-shirt and pink sweatpants at the time she was reported missing. Officials noted she has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia and may have wandered into a nearby wooded area.
An initial search of the surrounding woods was conducted but did not locate her, authorities said. Investigators also reported that her cellphone is currently turned off or not charged, limiting efforts to track her location.
The sheriff’s office is asking anyone who may have seen Wisher or who has information about her whereabouts to contact Detective Lee Hoffman at 309-657-5532.
Law enforcement officials have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding her disappearance but emphasized the importance of community awareness in locating her safely.
The case is drawing attention from local residents and families in the area, particularly those living near the Emily Place corridor.
Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities immediately.
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