News Summary
Kayla Bailey, a Jacksonville mother of five, has gone missing for the second time, raising concerns among her family and local community. Last seen early Sunday at her home, Bailey’s family is actively searching for her, fearing for her safety due to her past mental health struggles. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has launched an investigation, while community members continue to assist in search efforts, distributing flyers and urging anyone with information to come forward.
Jacksonville – A Jacksonville mother of five, Kayla Bailey, has gone missing again, raising alarm bells among her family and community as they grapple with her past struggles with mental health. The 34-year-old was last seen early Sunday morning at her home on Blackthorn Road in the Wesconnett area. Bailey’s family has expressed deep concern for her safety, highlighting that her disappearance is unusual and alarming.
Bailey’s last sighting occurred shortly after 5:45 a.m. when her daughter observed her walking outside their home. Within an hour, family members discovered that she was missing. When approached by family about joining a trip to the grocery store that morning, Bailey declined. The family’s worry deepened when her phone was last tracked to a Sunoco gas station at approximately 6:39 a.m., raising questions about her whereabouts after that time.
In the aftermath of her disappearance, her mother, Lisa Lucas, voiced her concerns regarding her daughter’s wellbeing. Lucas emphasized the struggle Bailey has had with severe mental health issues, which exacerbates the family’s fears about her safety. Family members are actively participating in search efforts, combing through local woods and under bridges in hopes of finding Bailey. Her brother, Scott Lucas, has led these searches, motivated by a desperate desire to locate his sister.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has taken the case seriously, launching an investigation into Bailey’s disappearance. However, officials noted that when a person is believed to have left voluntarily, there is no strict timeline for initiating a full-scale search. This absence of a deadline adds to the anxiety felt by Bailey’s loved ones as they wait for news.
Community support has poured in as family and friends distribute flyers with details about Bailey, pleading for anyone who might have seen her to step forward. They remain hopeful that, if found, Bailey has the potential to recover from her struggles. Despite the length of her absence, the family clings to the belief that a successful outcome is still possible.
Bailey was reported missing after her family noticed her absence around 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, a stark contrast to her previous situation when she was found dehydrated in the woods in September. During that incident, she was aided by local authorities, which prompted discussions about her mental health. This recurring cycle of vulnerability has intensified fears for her safety since they believe she is not in a stable state of mind.
Her physical description at the time she went missing includes wearing a black romper and brown sandals, which may help local residents identify her should they encounter her. The family’s dedicated search parties continue to traverse the area, hoping for a breakthrough in locating Bailey.
Authorities continue to call for any information regarding Kayla’s whereabouts. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office encourages the public to reach out if they have any leads that could assist in reuniting the family with Bailey. The family holds on to the hope that Kayla will be found safely and can receive the help she needs.
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