In May 2015, a 24-year-old mother of two, Madeline Tomlin, vanished from Hope, Arkansas, just a month before her 25th birthday. At the time, Madeline was navigating a challenging period in her life, and her two young sons were primarily under the care of family members. Despite her personal struggles, she remained a consistent presence in her children's lives and maintained regular contact with her family.
So, when days turned into a week with no word from her, her grandparents grew deeply concerned and filed a missing person's report with the Hope Police Department. Her family knew that it was highly uncharacteristic of her to be out of touch for such an extended period.
Madeline was last seen on the evening of May 19, 2015. She was reportedly seen getting into a tan or gold, single-cab Chevrolet pickup truck, possibly a 2000 model, in the vicinity of 306 East Avenue B in Hope. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a white or cream-colored top, light blue cotton pants, and flip-flops. Madeline is described as a white female, 5'5' tall, weighing around 115 pounds, with brown hair that has a red tint and green eyes. She has several distinct tattoos, including a butterfly on her hip, a flower with the word 'cash' on her right ankle, and a burn scar on her right thumb.
The investigation into Madeline's disappearance is an active and open case, with the Hope Police Department working in conjunction with the Hempstead County Sheriff's Department, the Arkansas State Police, and the FBI. Investigators have stated that there was no indication she had planned to leave and it is unclear what personal belongings she may have had with her. Over the years, her family has continued to hope for answers, and law enforcement continues to investigate any leads that emerge. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance are considered suspicious, and her case remains a painful mystery for her loved ones and the community. The lack of resolution has left her family, particularly her sisters, advocating for anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward.Last Seen: May 19, 2015
