Canberra Woman Found Safe After Days-Long Search Following Possible Car Crash
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A 51-year-old woman who went missing in Canberra, Australia, after a potential traffic incident has been located safe and well, authorities confirmed on Thursday, October 23rd. The search for Stephanie Wills captivated local attention as police and family expressed growing concern for her well-being.
Initial Search and Concerns
The search for Wills began on Wednesday, October 22nd, two days after she was last seen at approximately 6:30 pm on Monday, October 20th, in the Braddon suburb of Canberra. According to a police spokesperson, investigators believe Wills was driving a vehicle involved in a collision at the intersection of Northbourne Avenue and Girrahween Street on Monday evening.
However, she reportedly left the scene before law enforcement arrived. This detail prompted an immediate investigation into her whereabouts and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Description and Last Known Details
Authorities released a description of Wills to aid in the public search. She is described as being Caucasian, with a medium build, fair complexion, and long blonde hair. Notably, she has one hand amputated.
At the time of her disappearance, Wills was last seen wearing a long, floral-patterned dress and was barefoot. Police confirmed she did not have access to a vehicle and was believed to be traveling on foot.
Public Appeal and Resolution
“Police and Stephanie’s family hold concerns for her welfare and are requesting the public’s assistance to locate her,” a police spokesperson stated. The public was urged to contact ACT Policing at 131 444 if they had any information regarding her location.
Fortunately, the search concluded positively on Thursday, October 23rd, when ACT Policing announced that Wills had been found safe and well. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance and the initial car crash remain under investigation, but the priority remains the well-being of Ms. Wills.
