Updated: Feb 08, 2011 8:11 AM CST 

 

by Heartland News

PADUCAH, KY (KFVS) - Police launched a search Monday night for an autistic woman who walked away from the hospital where here aunt worked.

Police also issued a Golden Alert.  This is similar to an Amber Alert, except it is for adults with special needs.

Police say Kayla Burgess was last seen around 2:30p.m. Monday at Lourdes Hospital.

Family members called police around 6:45p.m.  According to Paducah police, the organization "A Child Is Missing" is also helping. [read more]