Missing Paradise Valley 84-year-old found dead in backyard

PHOENIX — A woman who went missing from her Paradise Valley home and was the subject of a recent Silver Alert was found dead in a backyard Wednesday, authorities said.

Laleah Jo Ebentier, 84, had last been seen walking April 8 near 52nd Street and Doubletree Ranch Road.

Police said there were no signs of foul play at the scene in a Paradise Valley yard, but detectives continued to investigate.

They believed Ebentier, who suffered from dementia and had limited mobility, may have received a courtesy ride.

The Maricopa County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the cause of death.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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