Sumter Police: 45-year-old who left assisted living facility found safe

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SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO)– Sumter Police says the 45-year-old woman who left an assisted living facility was found safe.

Original Story (Posted: May 21, 2026):

SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO)– Sumter Police are searching for a 45-year-old woman who left an assisted living facility where she lives and did not return, say officers.

According to police, Shayla Dalene Barkley, 45, left the Edwards Street assisted living facility where she lives and did not return. (Photo: Sumter Police Department)

According to police, Shayla Dalene Barkley, 45, left the Edwards Street assisted living facility where she lives and did not return.

Barkley was last seen before 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, walking in the Anne Park area.

She is 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighs about 140 lbs. and was wearing a pink top and blue jeans.

If you see her or know where she is call the Sumter Police Department at 803-436-2700.

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