Story By: Kiran ChawlaPublished On: February 20, 2025 at 8:34 AM CST

Update: Missing woman in Baton Rouge has been found

UPDATE: SHE HAS BEEN FOUND

BATON ROUGE —- The Baton Rouge Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing 59-year-old woman.

Sharon Knox was last seen wearing a red jacket while leaving her home in the 3100 block of Barlett Street around 12:50 a.m. on Feb. 20.

Family members tell BRPD that KNOX suffers from dementia and that they are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of Sharon Knox is asked to contact the Baton Rouge Police Department at 225-389-2000 or Crime Stoppers at 225-344-7867.

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