BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Lummi Nation Police Department is searching for a missing elder.

Besalynn M. James was last seen near her home on Balch Road last Tuesday, Jan. 21.

She is described as 5 foot 1 inches tall, 160 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. James has a tattoo on her arm that reads “BES”.

If you see James or know of her whereabouts you should call 9-1-1.