Critical Missing Person: 80-year-old Virginia Richards

The Alexandria Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in locating a critical missing person.

Virginia Richards, an 80-year-old Alexandria resident, was last seen on March 4, 2026, at approximately 8:15 p.m. in the 0 block of W. Del Ray Avenue.

Mrs. Richards is described as:

• 80-year-old female
• 5'3", approximately 125 pounds
• Gray hair, blue eyes
• Last seen wearing black pants and may be wearing slippers

Police Search Activity:
Alexandria Police officers are actively searching the Del Ray neighborhood. Residents may see officers conducting searches throughout the area, including in yards and residential spaces. Search efforts also include Arlington County Police Department providing air support and a Virginia State Police bloodhound assisting on the ground.

Please note:

• No roads are closed.
• You may see increased police activity in the area, including near local schools.

Detectives are requesting that residents and businesses review any security, doorbell, or dash camera footage from last night beginning at 8:15 p.m. onward. If you captured video of an older woman walking in the area, please upload it using the QR code below.

Even brief clips may help investigators determine Mrs. Richards' direction of travel and assist in locating her safely.

If you see Mrs. Richards or have any information about her whereabouts, please contact the Alexandria Police Department's non-emergency line at 703-746-4444 immediately. If it is an emergency call 911.

Your assistance in sharing this information and remaining alert can help us safely locate Mrs. Richards.