Lost
A missing person report for Emily Smith, last seen hiking near Chautauqua on October 15th wearing a blue jacket and black leggings.
Chautauqua
Lost
listing
Posted
10 months
ago
Description
I am desperately searching for my sister, Emily Smith, who went missing while hiking near Chautauqua on October 15th. She was last seen wearing a blue jacket and black leggings. We're very concerned and just want to make sure she's safe, so if anyone has seen her or knows anything at all, please reach out.
Approximate last-seen location
Chautauqua
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