Police are requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing Bethesda woman.

On Sunday, June 1, at approximately 9:00 p.m., officers from the 2nd District responded to the 5900 block of Wilson Lane in Bethesda for the report of a critical missing woman. Cynthia Love Ferneau is described as a 79-year-old white female, who is 5' 2" tall and weighs 110 pounds. She has light brown hair and may be wearing glasses. She was last seen outside her home at approximately 6:00 p.m. Sunday evening. At the time of her disappearance she was dressed in a yellow blouse and light colored pants. Ms. Ferneau may have dementia. Family and police are concerned for her welfare.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Cynthia Love Ferneau is asked to immediately call the police.

PRS