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Deputy Chief Andrew Ward has confirmed that 68-year-old Clara Jean Louis, who was the subject of a Silver Alert earlier Christmas Day, was found deceased north of the Oak Park area outside Bartlesville city limits. The investigation is ongoing in coordination with the Osage and Washington County Sheriff's Offices.

Earlier in the day, Bartlesville Police issued a Silver Alert after Ms. Louis was reported missing from her home in the 400 block of Northwest Sooner Road. She was last seen wearing a blue hoodie, black joggers, and black sliders. Known to have several medical conditions, her disappearance raised significant concerns.

Local police and fire departments conducted an extensive search, urging the public to report any information. Authorities expressed their commitment to ensuring the safety of residents throughout the search efforts.