The family of an 84-year-old Tucson woman has formally requested a police presence at her residence as the search for her whereabouts continues into its second week. Local authorities have confirmed they will maintain a security detail at the home.
In a public statement, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department acknowledged the family’s request for a security presence and issued a reminder to the public to respect the property’s privacy, warning that trespassing violations would be enforced.
The investigation remains active, with law enforcement pursuing multiple leads. Over the weekend, officers were observed conducting a search of a septic system on the property, though no new evidence was reported from that effort. No suspects have been publicly identified in the case.
In a recent emotional appeal circulated online, the missing woman’s three adult children directly addressed those they believe are responsible. “We beg you now to return our mother to us,” one of the children stated, adding that the family’s goal is to “celebrate with her.”
Unconfirmed local reports suggest a ransom demand involving a cryptocurrency payment may be connected to the disappearance, with a deadline having passed this week. In their video message, a family member indicated a willingness to meet such demands, calling it “the only way we will have peace.”
Separately, investigators were seen carrying out an evidence-gathering operation late Saturday at the home of one of the woman’s daughters and her husband. The specifics of that search have not been disclosed.
Analysis of the family’s public plea has drawn commentary from security experts. Some observers noted a tone of resignation in the delivery, while others pointed to the specific language used as a possible indicator that the family holds hope their mother is still alive.
The sheriff’s department has stated that detectives continue to conduct follow-up investigations at several locations.