Tennessee Silver Alert Issued for Missing Knoxville Woman

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Knoxville woman who is the subject of a Tennessee Silver Alert.

According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 34-year-old Kaylecia Woodard was last seen Friday near Lay Avenue in Knoxville.

Investigators described Woodard as 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing approximately 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

Officials said Woodard was last seen wearing white pants, a multicolored shirt, a leather jacket and carrying a red backpack.

The TBI said Woodard has a medical condition that may impair her ability to return safely without assistance, prompting the issuance of a Silver Alert.

Law enforcement agencies are urging residents throughout Knoxville and East Tennessee to remain alert and report any possible sightings.

Anyone who sees Kaylecia Woodard or has information about her whereabouts is asked to contact the Knoxville Police Department at 865-215-7116 or the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation at 1-800-TBI-FIND immediately.