Sheila Fox, who vanished in 1972, has been located safe after a police appeal sparked public interest and led to her discovery
Coventry: Can you believe it? A woman who went missing 52 years ago has been found alive! Sheila Fox disappeared back in 1972 when she was just 16. It’s one of those stories that really tugs at your heartstrings.
Sheila was living with her parents at the time, and there were hints she might have been in a relationship. The police kept an open mind, thinking she could have moved away. Fast forward to last Sunday, and West Midlands police decided to give it another shot.
They released a grainy photo of Sheila from when she went missing, hoping someone might recognize her. And guess what? Within hours, people started reaching out with tips. By Wednesday, the police confirmed she was alive and living in another part of the country. How amazing is that?
A police spokesperson shared their excitement about wrapping up such a long-running case. They mentioned how that single photo sparked the public’s interest and led them right to Sheila. It’s incredible what a little bit of community effort can do!
Det Sgt Jenna Shaw from the cold case team praised her colleagues for their hard work. She emphasized that every missing person has a story, and it’s so important for families to know what happened. It’s a real win for everyone involved.
