Missing Person: Diane Kantowski

***UPDATE***

After an extensive 24 hour search the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is happy to report that earlier today, with the assistance of the Search Incident Response Team (SIRT), investigators and patrol officers, Diane was located safely by a member of our K9 Unit. These units utilized all the resources at their disposal to bring this search to a successful conclusion. The HRPS would like to specifically thank members of the public along with our media partners whose tips and coverage assisted in ensuring Diane’s safe return.

We ask that any photos of Dianne please be deleted and taken down. 

***ORIGINAL RELEASE***

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance is locating a missing Burlington Woman.

Diane Kantowski (79) of Burlington was last seen on foot at approximately 10:00 am on October 30, 2024 in the area of Plains Road East and Falcon Blvd in Burlington. 

Diane is described as:

• Female
• White
• Approximately 5’7” tall, thin build.
• Shoulder length grey hair
• Wearing a black sweater with a blue and red design, blue jeans, and black slip on shoes

A photo of Diane is attached.

Diane is vulnerable and police and her family are concerned for her well-being.

Anyone with information about Diane or her possible location is asked to contact police through 9-1-1 or via the non-emergency line at 905 825 4777.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. "See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

A person can be reported missing at any time – there is no 24 hour waiting period. If you are concerned for someone’s immediate safety, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, you can report a person as missing to the Halton Regional Police Service by calling the non-emergency number 905-825-4777.

More information including resources, ways to assist and how to report a missing person can be found here: https://www.haltonpolice.ca/en/services-and-reporting/missing-persons.aspx.

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