DeKalb County Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Missing 70-Year-Old Woman
DeKalb County Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating Joanne Howell, a 70-year-old woman last seen in the 3600 block of Satellite Terrace in Ellenwood.

Atlanta, GA, August 8, 2026 —
DeKalb County Police are asking for the community’s help in finding a missing 70-year-old woman. Joanne Howell was last seen in the Ellenwood area.
Authorities reported that Howell was last observed in the 3600 block of Satellite Terrace. The DeKalb County Police Department has not provided further details regarding the circumstances of her disappearance or the timeline leading up to her being last seen.
The police department is urging anyone who may have seen Joanne Howell or has any information about her whereabouts to contact them immediately. Specifics on how to provide tips or information were not detailed in the initial report.
No additional information regarding her physical description, clothing last worn, or any potential medical conditions was immediately available.
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