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Search Intensifies for Missing 79-Year-Old with Dementia at Windy Hill Preserve

Margaret 'Elaine' McKinley, last seen Thursday afternoon, remains missing as multi-agency efforts continue in rugged terrain.

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Overview

  • Margaret 'Elaine' McKinley, 79, was last seen wearing a red jacket and black pants after separating from her family during a hike at Windy Hill Preserve on Thursday afternoon.
  • McKinley suffers from dementia, increasing the urgency and complexity of the ongoing search operation.
  • The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is leading a coordinated search effort involving air support, K-9 units, mountain rescue teams, volunteers on horseback, and ground personnel.
  • Residents and visitors near the preserve are advised to expect heightened law enforcement activity as search teams work to locate McKinley.
  • Authorities urge anyone with information about McKinley's whereabouts to contact 911 immediately.