Tybee Island Police Department Launches Search for Missing Woman and Infant

Tybee Island Police Department Launches Search for Missing Woman and Infant

Tybee Island, GA – Urgent Search Underway

The Tybee Island Police Department is engaged in an urgent search for a missing woman and infant. Katherine Higgenbotham was last spotted at a residence on Jones Avenue on Friday, August 16th. She is believed to be in the company of a male infant child.

Description of the Missing Woman and Infant

Katherine Higgenbotham is approximately 5’05” tall weighing 110 lbs. She has brown hair and gray eyes. The male infant she is believed to be with is yet to be identified.

Appeal for Information

The Tybee Island Police Department is conducting strenuous efforts to find them, and is urging anyone with information about the whereabouts of Higgenbotham and the infant to come forward. Anyone in possession of pertinent information regarding this case is requested to reach out to the Tybee Island Police Department at their emergency contact number: (912)786-5600.

Community Involvement

Local community members are also doing their part for the safe return of Higgenbotham and the infant. Many have shared pictures and descriptions of the missing pair on social media in a bid to broaden the search. Community leaders are stressing the importance of providing any information they might have, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem.

Recent Developments

As at the time of this report, no substantial leads or concrete information have been reported to the police. As such, the concerns for the safety of Higgenbotham and the infant only continue to rise. The Tybee Island Police Department, however, remains hopeful, urging the public to stay vigilant and to be on the lookout for Higgenbotham and the infant.

The Investigation Continues

The investigation continues as officers attempt to uncover information that could lead to their whereabouts. The kidnapping unit is currently involved in an in-depth analysis of various factors related to this case to deepen their understanding and consequently aid in their search for the missing woman and infant. Given the sensitive nature of the situation, detailed investigative procedures currently underway remain undisclosed.

Urgent Call to Action

Hope persists for the safe discovery of Katherine Higgenbotham and the infant child. The police, in unison with the community, continues the frantic search. The Tybee Island Police Department is encouraging everyone in the community to remain alert and to call in immediately upon any sighting of Katherine Higgenbotham or information regarding her current location. All information will be treated with strict confidentiality, and any assistance could be instrumental in the safe return of Katherine and the infant.


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