Silver Alert Issued for Missing 81-Year-Old Jerry McConnell
Elderly Woman Disappears During Drive from Missouri to Kansas
Missing person in Kansas. Overland Park, Kansas — A statewide Silver Alert is now active. Authorities are urgently searching for 81-year-old Jerry McConnell, who vanished during a trip from Missouri to Kansas.
She was last seen on Wednesday afternoon in Harrisonville, Missouri. At the time, McConnell told family she was heading back to Overland Park. However, she never arrived home, and her current location remains unknown.
Who Is Jerry McConnell?
Jerry McConnell is a white female. She is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs about 140 pounds. Her eyes are blue, and her hair is gray.
She was driving a gray 2009 Honda Accord with Texas plates RFP836. That vehicle remains missing and is central to the search.
Additionally, someone reportedly saw her near Severy, Kansas, on Thursday. That location is far from her intended route. Why she traveled there is unknown.
Why Authorities Are Deeply Concerned
Jerry has no history of confusion or getting lost. However, her age and the distance off course raise red flags.
She left Missouri following a familiar route. Yet she failed to reach her home, and that deviation suggests something may be wrong.
Since her disappearance, she has not contacted family. Her phone remains off or unanswered, which is unusual for her.
Because of these concerns, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation approved a Silver Alert. Overland Park Police now lead the search, with help from Missouri and Texas law enforcement.
The Search Efforts Underway
Officers issued a statewide alert. They are reviewing highway camera footage and checking local hospitals. Senior centers and shelters have also been notified.
Meanwhile, volunteers are posting flyers across Kansas. Her name and photo continue to spread online. Public involvement has already proven vital in similar cases.
Authorities urge drivers to remain vigilant on roads and in rest areas. Even brief sightings can offer clues.
How You Can Assist Right Now
If you see Jerry McConnell or her vehicle, call 911 immediately. Provide the time, place, and any other detail you observe. Don’t assume others already reported it.
For non-emergency information, call the Overland Park Police Department at (913) 895-6300.
Even the smallest lead can make a difference. Quick action saves lives.
Her Family’s Plea for Help
Jerry’s loved ones are worried and waiting. They describe her as strong, thoughtful, and deeply cherished. Her daughter made a simple, heartfelt request: “Please help us bring her home.”
They hold onto hope, one call at a time. You can be the difference.
Share her photo. Watch the roads. Help find Jerry McConnell—before time runs out.
