UPDATE: 81-year-old Jessie Howell has been located safely.

Previously:

The Winnipeg Police Service is asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing senior. 

81-year-old Jessie Howell was last seen on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at around 7:25 a.m. in the area of Tache Avenue and Dollard Boulevard. 

She is described as female, 5'8" in height with a medium build and short white hair. Howell was last seen wearing dark runners, a light-coloured spring jacket and light-coloured pants. 

The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for Howell's well-being and is asking anyone with any information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.