The family of Amy Hillyard, 52, has requested another search, according to the Oakland Police Department. Hillyard was last seen on March 25 around 2 p.m. Walking on Radnor Road in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood of Oakland.
Details of the Disappearance
Police initially reported Hillyard was wearing a tan-colored top and pants, but clarified on March 30 that she was wearing a white T-shirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers with a black stripe. The California Highway Patrol issued an endangered missing alert on Sunday, sending the alert to mobile phones in the East Bay area four days after she went missing.
Posters seeking information about Hillyard have been appearing in downtown Oakland and San Francisco, including near Jack London Square, Grand Avenue, and the Powell Street BART Station. A poster was too reportedly displayed at Farley’s East coffee shop in Oakland.
Community Response
Hundreds of people attended a candlelight vigil held in Hillyard’s honor near Lake Merritt in Oakland on Sunday evening, according to reports. Friends and neighbors have expressed hope for her safe return and are encouraging residents to review security footage.
Hillyard, along with her husband, owns Farley Coffee, a long-standing business with locations in both Oakland and San Francisco. The business released a statement expressing support for Hillyard and her family, noting her 20+ years of involvement in the Oakland community.
Chris Hillyard, Amy’s husband, stated on Friday that the family has limited information about her disappearance: “Missing since 2pm Wednesday. That’s all we know.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Amy Hillyard last seen?
Amy Hillyard was last seen on March 25 around 2 p.m. Walking on Radnor Road in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood of Oakland.
What was Amy Hillyard wearing when she disappeared?
Amy Hillyard was wearing light blue jeans, a white top, and white sneakers with a black stripe, according to the CHP alert.
What is Farley Coffee’s connection to the case?
Amy Hillyard, along with her husband, are the owners of Farley Coffee, a legacy business in San Francisco and Oakland. The business has expressed support for Hillyard and her family.
What happens next remains uncertain, but authorities will likely continue their search efforts and rely on public assistance for any information regarding Hillyard’s whereabouts. It is possible further searches will be conducted based on leads developed from the public and ongoing investigation.
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