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Missoula woman listed as missing endangered person after mental health crisis report

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MISSOULA — The Montana Department of Justice has issued a Missing Endangered Person Advisory for 31-year-old Heather Louise Howell, who was last seen at about 4 p.m. Monday, May 26, 2025, in Missoula.

Howell is described as a white woman who is 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 140 pounds, with blonde hair and hazel eyes. Her clothing at the time she was last seen is unknown.

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The Montana Department of Justice has issued a Missing Endangered Person Advisory for 31-year-old Heather Louise Howell, who was last seen at about 4 p.m. Monday, May 26, 2025, in Missoula.

Law enforcement officials say they believe Howell is in danger and is experiencing a mental health crisis. She is believed to be driving a 2005 white Toyota Avalon with Montana license plate 711434E.

Anyone with information on Howell’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Missoula Police Department at 406-552-6300 or call 911.

Additional information is available through the Montana Missing Persons Clearinghouse at 406-444-2800 or online via the Montana Department of Justice Missing Persons website.