Sheriff George Lavender reports that on Tuesday, November 20^th his office was called to 3867 Mingo Road in reference to a missing female.

Deputies arrived on the scene shortly before 3:00 p.m. and met with family members of Suzette Mendenhall. Family members reported that Mrs. Mendenhall had taken her dog for a walk at approximately 11:30 a.m.

The dog returned to the home about a half hour later but Mrs. Mendenhall did not. Family members said that Mrs. Mendenhall had several health issues.

At 3:50 p.m. Ross County Search and Rescue was called and members began searching for Mendenhall in the area.  Mrs. Mendenhall was found inside a residence at 2555 Mindo Road by a member of search and rescue at approximately 5:12 p.m.

Mrs. Mendenhall was found unresponsive, but breathing with a pulse. Mrs. Mendenhall was transported to Adena Emergency Room.

Sheriff Lavender would like to thank the members of the Ross County Search and Rescue Team, Twin Township Volunteer Fire and Rescue, as well as his deputies for their response and assistance.