Relief washed over the community today as the Oklahoma City Police Department announced the safe return of Linda Ingram, the 77-year-old woman who had been missing since last night. In a swift turnaround that belies the often long, uncertain searches that accompany such incidents, the Oklahoma City Police used their social media presence to effectively spread the word and engage the public’s assistance.
In a social media post earlier today, Oklahoma City Police Department offered a succinct update, simply stating, “Thanks for your help, this person has been safely located.” The urgency behind their original plea was fueled by the fact that Ms. Ingram has medical issues that require her to constantly be monitored. Their initial alert had asked the public to be on the lookout for a senior citizen characterized by her distinct attire of a black SNU visor, purple plaid button-up shirt, and light-colored shoes…