In a search lasting no longer than three hours, missing Newcastle woman Sandie Stapleton has been found.
The 38-year old was reported missing after wandering into bushland at Jesmond on Robinson Avenue at about 11am yesterday.
There were strong concerns for her safety as she suffers from a brain injury.
Police rescue officers coordinated a search with the help of PolAir, police on trail bikes, the Dog Unit and NSW SES.
In the end it was a tip off from a member of the community which lead police to Sandie Stapleton.
