Federal investigators are nearing a breakthrough in the search for a missing elderly woman, with authorities indicating a suspect could be identified imminently. The case, which has drawn national attention, involves the disappearance of an 84-year-old woman from her Tucson, Arizona, home.
The woman was reported missing after failing to attend a church service on February 1. Law enforcement officials have since designated her residence a crime scene, citing the discovery of what they described as “concerning” evidence, including traces of blood near an entry point. Preliminary findings suggest a possible abduction occurred while the victim was asleep.
In a recent development, a high-ranking federal official stated that significant progress has been made in the last several hours. Speaking to reporters, the official confirmed that clues in the investigation are “very strong” and suggested definitive answers could be forthcoming. “A lot’s taken place,” the official remarked, referring to the ongoing efforts. “We could have some answers coming up fairly soon.”
The official also revealed having personally contacted a family member of the missing woman—a prominent television journalist—to pledge the full support of federal law enforcement agencies. In a public statement following the call, the official directed all federal resources to be made available to assist local authorities and the family, vowing to deploy every asset to ensure a safe return.
The local sheriff leading the investigation emphasized the seriousness of the situation, noting that the response has been all-encompassing. “We’ve pretty much thrown everything at this as we can,” the sheriff stated, clarifying that the focus has shifted from a search mission to processing an active crime scene.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to piece together the events leading to the woman’s disappearance.