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Jun 19, 2024
Jun 24, 2024
Clara
Ritchwood
89
88
59 inches
115 lbs
Black / African American
Female
In the autumn of 2023, concern grew for the well-being of 88-year-old Clara Ritchwood, a resident of Tulsa, Oklahoma. A family member reported her missing on November 1st of that year, initiating a search for the vulnerable elderly woman. At the time of her disappearance, Ms. Ritchwood was described as a Black / African American female, standing approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing around 115 pounds. She had gray or partially gray hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding her last known whereabouts were unsettlingly vague, adding to the urgency of the situation. The search for Clara Ritchwood was a collaborative effort involving law enforcement and a concerned community. Details about where she might have been headed or what she was wearing at the time she went missing were not publicly available, complicating the efforts to locate her. Investigators worked diligently, following any leads that emerged in the hope of bringing her home safely. The days that followed her disappearance were filled with uncertainty and worry for her loved ones and all those involved in the search. Fortunately, this harrowing ordeal concluded with relief. Clara Ritchwood was located and confirmed to be alive. While the specific details of her discovery and the circumstances of her time missing have not been widely publicized, the news that she was found safe brought an end to the active search. The successful resolution of this case was a testament to the dedication of the Tulsa Police Department and the community's vigilance. The overview of the case highlights a period of profound concern that ultimately ended with the safe return of a cherished member of the community.
Nov 01, 2023
Tulsa
Oklahoma
Tulsa County
Tulsa
Yes
145066
Tulsa Police Department
Tulsa
Oklahoma
Tulsa County
74103
Richard Aschoff
Detective
1
600 Civic Center, Oklahoma
9185969143
Local
Law Enforcement
2024-022527
Tulsa Police Department
Gray or Partially Gray
Brown
Brown
Yes
06/13/2026
