PA Grandmother Feared Fallen Down 30-Foot Sinkhole While Searching For Cat: State Police

A massive search effort is underway for a 64-year-old grandmother who may have fallen into a 30-foot sinkhole while looking for her missing cat in Unity Township, Pennsylvania, authorities said on Tuesday, Dec. 3.

Elizabeth Pollard, her vehicle, and the sinkhole she may have fallen into, according to Pennsylvania State Police.
Photo Credit: *Pennsylvania State Police*

Jillian Pikora

12/03/2024 7:00 a.m.

Elizabeth Pollard disappeared on Monday afternoon while out with her 5-year-old granddaughter searching for her cat, Pepper, Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Stephen Limani said at a press conference.

The young girl was discovered safe around 2:50 a.m. Tuesday in her grandmother’s vehicle, which was parked near a large sinkhole behind Monday’s Union Bar and Grille, according to local reports.

Emergency crews have been working to excavate the area, but as of Tuesday morning, no sign of Pollard had been found. State police are collaborating with the Bureau of Mines to assist in the search.

“Right now, we are in rescue mode,” Trooper Limani emphasized during the press conference.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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