79-year old missing overnight in Berwick located safe

The RCMP logo is seen in Surrey, B.C., on Thursday, March 16, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

By Steve Gow

Posted Jun 11, 2026 04:14:16 AM.

Last Updated Jun 11, 2026 04:49:57 AM.

A senior who was reported missing has now been found, according to police.

Nova Scotia RCMP announced around 4:35 a.m. that the 79-year-old woman was located and is safe.

The disappearance caused RCMP to issue an emergency alert just before 4 a.m. on Thursday.

The RCMP thank those who provided tips and information.

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