Maëlle D. Missing Saint-Maurice, Switzerland – Police Seek Public’s Help

SAINT-MAURICE, VALAIS — Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 39-year-old Maëlle D., who has been reported missing from Saint-Maurice since Monday, August 24, 2026.

According to the cantonal police, Maëlle left her home in Saint-Maurice on August 24 and was last seen walking along Grand-Rue. Police are concerned that she may be disoriented and are asking anyone who may have seen her or has information about her whereabouts to come forward.

Maëlle is described as approximately 163 centimetres tall with a slim build, blonde, medium-length hair and blue eyes.

At the time of her disappearance, she was believed to be wearing a multicoloured blue top featuring a gold design on the chest, blue jeans and flip-flops.

Police have appealed directly to residents, motorists, pedestrians and anyone who may have been in the area around the time Maëlle was last seen. Even seemingly minor information could potentially assist investigators in determining where she may have gone.

The circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain unclear, and authorities have not provided further information about where she may have travelled after being seen on Grand-Rue.

Members of the public are urged not to spread unverified information about her whereabouts. Anyone who believes they have seen Maëlle or has information that could assist the search should contact the Valais Cantonal Police at 027 326 56 56.

The appeal comes as concern grows for Maëlle’s wellbeing, particularly given police information that she may be disoriented.

Authorities are continuing efforts to locate her and are asking the community to remain alert.

Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact police as soon as possible and provide details that could help establish Maëlle’s whereabouts.

The search remains ongoing, and further information will be released by authorities as appropriate.