HAMMOND, Ind. — A statewide Silver Alert has been canceled for a woman reported missing from northwest Indiana.
The Hammond Police Department said 59-year-old Valerie Jones was last seen Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m. The Silver Alert for her was canceled a day later at 2 p.m.
Police had issued the Silver Alert fearing Jones was in danger and requiring medical assistance.
Police tell 13News she has been found and is fine.
Amber Alerts vs. Silver Alerts: What's the difference?
There are specific standards a person's disappearance must meet in order for police to declare an Amber Alert or a Silver Alert.
Amber Alerts are for children under the age of 18 who are believed to have been abducted and in danger. Police also need to have information about a suspect and their car to issue an Amber Alert.
Silver Alerts are for missing and endangered adults or children. They are much more common for missing people. It was not until last year when the standards for Silver Alerts were expanded to include children.
In both situations, these alerts must be issued by police.
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