Vermont State Police say they are seeking information about an 82-year-old woman, Lorainne Gelinas, who was reported missing from her home in Williamstown on January 9, 2026. Troopers from the Berlin Barracks conducted a welfare check after concerns were raised regarding her safety, but Gelinas was not found at her residence.
According to the report, there are no signs that suggest Gelinas’s disappearance is linked to any suspicious circumstances. However, authorities remain worried about her well-being. A photograph of Gelinas has been released to assist in the search for her.
Anyone with knowledge of her whereabouts is urged to contact the Berlin Barracks at (802) 229-9191.
Charges have not been filed in this case, as it remains an ongoing investigation. Police emphasize that the situation is still developing, and the status may change as more information becomes available.
Source: Vermont State Police
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