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Police searching for missing 71-year-old woman with dementia who was last seen Thursday night near Ribault area
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Police searching for missing 71-year-old woman with dementia who was last seen Thursday night near Ribault area

  • January 31, 2026

JSO said it is searching for Judy King, 71, who was reported missing on Friday, but was last seen Thursday night. (Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX – All rights reserved.)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is seeking community assistance in locating a missing 71-year-old woman who was last seen on Thursday night near Moncrief Road and Soutel Drive.

Police said Judith “Judy” King was last seen near Devron Court around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday and was reported missing on Friday.

King is diagnosed with dementia, police said.

She is described as a Black woman who stands around 5 feet and 5 inches tall and weighs about 170 pounds. She has brown eyes, shoulder-length black dreads, and was last seen wearing a cream flannel shirt, black pants, and black shoes.

She may also be wearing a dark blue or black jacket, police said.

Anyone with information on King’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact JSO at 904-630-0500.

Copyright 2026 by WJXT News4JAX – All rights reserved.

About the AuthorAydian Ahmad headshotAydian Ahmad

Aydian joined News4JAX as a digital producer in September 2024. Originally from Fort Lauderdale, he is excited to provide coverage on a variety of topics like sports, politics, health, and breaking news to the Jacksonville area.

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