Police in Christchurch have narrowed the search for missing 69-year-old woman Adele to a specific area of interest, according to a statement released on June 21, 2026. Adele was last seen on Monday, June 15, leaving Eastgate Mall at approximately 1:00 PM local time.
At the time of her disappearance, Adele was wearing a black puffer jacket over a red top and blue jeans. Authorities have not released her surname, citing privacy concerns, but have confirmed she is a Christchurch resident.
The search has been focused on the area surrounding the mall, with police using drones and ground teams. No further details about the narrowed area have been disclosed to avoid compromising the investigation.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Christchurch Police or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
