SW search for missing Pemberton woman Patricia Ashton, 71 Pemberton woman Patricia (Kay) Ashton, missing in the South West. A MAJOR search will continue today in the state's South-West for missing 71-year-old Pemberton woman Patricia Ashton. Ms Ashton was last seen about 9am on Thursday on Brockman Street in Pemberton. Due to a medical condition, there are concerns for her health and welfare. Yesterday police from Pemberton, Margaret River, Busselton, and Police Air Wing searched the Pemberton area for her. Police officers from Bunbury continued the search throughout the night. Today, the search will be ramped up with a helicopter search with two State Emergency Service volunteers on board. A ground search consisting of approximately 50 State Emergency Service volunteers and an SES search dog will join the operation today. Local residents, especially those in the outer lying areas of Pemberton are being asked to check their properties for any signs of the 71-year-old. Ms Ashton is described as fair skinned, about 155cm tall, slim to medium build with grey hair. She was last seen wearing a light coloured pyjama top, black pants, black socks and no shoes. Anyone who can provide further information is asked to call Pemberton Police on 9776 1202.