Police and community safety volunteers from Shomrim england/north-west-Londonlondon/”>North West London have launched an urgent appeal to help locate an elderly woman who has gone missing in Edgware. www.uknip.co.uk/where/united-kingdom/england/london
Hedy Simmonds, 83, was last seen at 7:25pm on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the Edgwarebury Lane area (HA8). According to Shomrim, she suffers from dementia and may appear disoriented, prompting concerns for her welfare.
Description
Ms Simmonds is described as being of medium build, around 5ft 5in tall, with short grey hair and glasses. At the time she went missing, she was wearing a navy jumper, navy trousers, black shoes, and glasses.
Risk Level “High”
Police have classified the case as high risk, and Shomrim are working closely with the Metropolitan Police to assist in the search. The last update was logged at 9:58pm on Saturday night under CAD 6457/27SEP25.
Public Appeal
A Shomrim spokesperson said:
“Hedy’s condition means she may be confused or vulnerable. We urge anyone in the area who may have seen her, or who has CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage from england/edgwarebury/”>Edgwarebury Lane and the surrounding roads, to get in Touchtouch immediately.”
How to Help
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If you see Hedy, do not delay: call Shomrim immediately on 0300 999 1234.
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Alternatively, call the police on 101, quoting CAD 6457/27SEP25.
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In an emergency or immediate sighting, always dial 999.
Shomrim, a community safety and emergency support organisation, has been coordinating search efforts alongside local residents. Volunteers have urged people in Edgware to check gardens, sheds, and outbuildings where Hedy may have sought shelter overnight.
