As YWN previously reported, the search continues for an elderly woman who went missing in Los Angeles last week.
Jeanne Rus Litvin was reported missing after leaving her residence at 148 S Alta Vista Blvd at approximately 7:25 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. She is described as 5-foot-2, approximately 140 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a light red to dark red sweater and a long black dress. Authorities say she is suffering from dementia.
Litvin, a longtime writer for the Jewish Press, has not been seen since she left her home, prompting an extensive search effort by local emergency organizations.
Over the weekend, Hatzolah of Los Angeles requested assistance from Chaverim of Rockland, known for their expertise in search and rescue operations, including navigating difficult terrain. Early Monday morning, approximately 30 Chaverim volunteers departed Rockland County at 3:30 a.m., traveling by bus to catch a flight to Los Angeles.
In addition to manpower, the team brought along specialized equipment to aid in the search, including advanced drone systems, CCTV and surveillance equipment, and other sophisticated search-and-rescue technology designed to cover large areas efficiently and assist in locating missing persons.
The team landed at approximately 9:00 a.m. local time and arrived in the search area a short time later, where they are currently assessing the situation and beginning coordinated search efforts on the ground.
Klal Yisroel is urged to be mispallel for safe return of Shayna Rochel bas Binya.
Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is asked to immediately contact Hatzolah of Los Angeles at 800-613-1911.
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