Concern for woman missing in Albany

Joan Hanson. Picture: Supplied

Police are searching for 79-year-old Joan Hanson who is missing in Albany.

Police are concerned for the welfare of Mr Hanson who suffers from dementia and has been missing since 5.30pm yesterday.

She is unfamiliar with the area having only arrived from Queensland on Monday.

She is a small, slim built woman with grey hair and is wearing glasses.

Mrs Hanson was last seen wearing light-coloured trousers, a yellowish brownish shirt, a yellow zip up sleeveless vest and white shoes.

Anyone in that area is asked to keep and eye out for Mrs Hanson.

If you have any information call the Police Operations Centre on 13 14 44.