UPDATE: Jessica Rapsys Allendale SC Missing, Where She Was Last Seen?

Authorities in Allendale, South Carolina, are intensifying their search for 27-year-old Jessica Rapsys, who mysteriously vanished on the evening of August 13, 2024. Rapsys, originally from Jacksonville, Florida, was reportedly en route to visit her aunt when she went missing. Her abandoned car was found the following day, deepening concerns about her safety.

Where Was Jessica Rapsys Allendale SC Last Seen?

Rapsys was last seen around 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday night in Allendale, with her family last hearing from her between 8:00 and 8:30 p.m. Shortly after, her car was discovered stuck on railroad tracks in the small community of Martin, in northwestern Allendale County. Disturbingly, her keys, cell phone, and shoes were found inside the vehicle, which was still warm when located at approximately 9:15 p.m.

Allendale County Sheriff James Freeman stated that while the car was warm, it appeared to have been sitting for some time before it was found. Local authorities, in coordination with the Allendale Police Department, initiated an extensive search on Wednesday, August 14, deploying three helicopters, including two from the Savannah River Site, and a dog team to scour the surrounding area.

The aerial search, which lasted over five hours, covered a wide expanse around the site where Rapsys’ car was found. Despite the extensive efforts, no further clues have been uncovered, leaving investigators and Rapsys’ family desperate for answers.

Jessica’s aunt, Amy, revealed to The U.S. Sun that she was supposed to meet Jessica halfway on her journey, but Jessica never arrived. The aunt’s concern grew after hearing that Jessica’s car had been found abandoned with her belongings still inside.

In response to the growing public concern, Missing People In America, a national organization dedicated to locating missing individuals, shared a Facebook post about Jessica’s disappearance. The post has since gone viral, with over 12,000 shares, as people across the country rally to help find her. Many social media users have commented, expressing their prayers for her safe return and sharing the information across various states, including North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio, Tennessee, and Illinois.

One major concern raised by some individuals is the poor cell phone service in the area where Jessica was last seen, which could have contributed to her inability to call for help. Locals described the area as having “non-existent” signal, with one commenter recalling a similar situation where they were stranded on a desolate road with no means of communication.

Jessica Rapsys is described as a 5-foot-7-inch tall woman, weighing around 105 pounds, with blonde hair and brown eyes. Her family and the police are urging anyone with information on her whereabouts to contact the Allendale County Sheriff’s Office at (803) 584-7067. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division’s (SLED) Crimestoppers hotline at 1-888-CRIMESC.