News Summary
Kayla Bailey, a 34-year-old woman from Maxville, Florida, has been reported missing since late Sunday evening. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking public assistance to locate her, as concerns for her safety grow. Community members have organized search efforts and distributed flyers. Her family is urging anyone with information to come forward. The case remains open as the investigation continues.
Maxville Community on Alert for Missing Woman, Kayla Bailey
Maxville, Florida – Kayla Bailey, a 34-year-old woman from Maxville, has been reported missing since late Sunday evening, raising concerns for her safety within the community. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) believes Bailey may be in danger and is actively seeking help from the public to locate her.
Authorities were alerted to Bailey’s disappearance on Monday morning when a missing person report was filed. Last seen at her home on Maxville Boulevard, she was wearing a black romper, brown shoes, and glasses. Described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing approximately 250 pounds, with green eyes and blonde/strawberry hair, Bailey’s physical attributes have been shared widely to aid the search.
Last Known Movements
Bailey’s daughter claims to have seen her around 5:45 AM the following morning, but reported that her mother did not engage in conversation and appeared to be half asleep at that time. The situation is particularly alarming as Bailey had a history of leaving home after disputes, although she had returned just a week prior to her disappearance.
Her husband, Joshua Bailey, noted that Kayla’s phone last pinged at a Sunoco gas station near U.S. 301 at 6:39 AM. Since that time, there has been no activity on the phone, leading investigators to speculate that it may either be turned off or out of battery. The JSO has conducted searches in the surrounding areas and locations frequented by Bailey, including the Jacksonville Public Library, but has yet to find any sign of her.
Community Efforts
In response to Kayla’s disappearance, community members have sprung into action. Volunteers have organized search parties and distributed flyers throughout Maxville in hopes of gathering more information or locating her. The outpouring of support highlights the concern among family, friends, and local residents regarding her sudden absence.
Kayla Bailey is a mother to five children, aged between 5 and 12 years old. She has made a career as a newborn and family photographer in Jacksonville, a job that showcases her creativity and passion for family. The family, especially her mother, Lisa Lucas, is urging anyone with information regarding Kayla’s whereabouts to come forward to help facilitate her safe return.
Investigation Status
The case has been officially filed with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, and it remains open as investigators continue to look for leads. The local community is hopeful that the increased awareness and ongoing search efforts will lead to Kayla being found safely. Anyone with information about Kayla Bailey is encouraged to contact the JSO directly at 904-630-0500.
As the investigation unfolds, family and friends remain on high alert, hoping for Kayla’s swift and safe return to her loved ones. Her sudden disappearance has left a profound impact on the Maxville community, which is rallying together in search of a resolution during this difficult time.
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Additional Resources
- News4Jax: Missing Maxville Woman Plea
- Wikipedia: Missing Person
- Action News Jax: Searching for Missing Woman
- Google Search: Missing Person Research
- News4Jax: Duval County Missing Woman
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Missing Persons
- First Coast News: Searching for Missing Mother
- Google News: Missing Person Case
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