*CANCELED* Silver Alert: Assistance Needed Locating Missing New Orleans Woman

Published: 01-07-2026 | Category: Statewide


UPDATE: Ms. Holton was located safe. The Silver Alert is canceled. Please direct any questions to the New Orleans Police Department.

Orleans Parish – Louisiana State Police has issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the New Orleans Police Department for 76-year-old Louella Holton. She was last seen in the 1400 block of Poydras St. in New Orleans on January 7, 2026, at approximately 1:00 p.m. LSP received the request to issue the alert at approximately 4:58 p.m.

Holton is a black female with black and gray hair and brown eyes. She is approximately 5’6” tall and weighs approximately 204 pounds. Holton suffers from a medical condition that may impair her judgment. 

Holton was last seen wearing a blue dress and silver tennis shoes. She is believed to be traveling on foot in an unknown direction and walks with a cane.

Anyone having information regarding the whereabouts of Holton should immediately contact the New Orleans Police Department at 504-658-6080 or dial 911. All questions should be directed to the New Orleans Police Department.


Contact Information:
Sgt. Kate Stegall    
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (225) 925-6202
[email protected]