In the autumn of 2013, concern began to grow for 57-year-old Sharon Ann Ross in Watertown, New York. She was last seen on October 14, 2013, near her home at the Olympic Apartments on Franklin Street. Standing at 4'11' and weighing around 120 pounds, with gray hair and hazel eyes, her sudden absence was unsettling for those who knew her. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance were particularly troubling as she left all of her personal belongings behind in her apartment, with
no indication that she had planned to travel. This, coupled with the fact that she suffered from schizophrenia, elevated the urgency and worry among her family and law enforcement.
The investigation into Sharon's disappearance was launched promptly, with the Watertown Police Department taking the lead. Detectives considered her vulnerable due to her medical condition and the possibility that she was without necessary medication. Search efforts were initiated, including a search of the Black River area, but these endeavors did not yield any significant clues as to her whereabouts. Her family, including an aunt in the area and a sister living out of state, were left with unanswered questions and the hope that she might be found alive, possibly disoriented and wandering.
As time stretched on with no new information, Sharon Ross's case grew cold, leaving a lasting sense of uncertainty in the community. The initial searches and appeals for information did not lead to a breakthrough, and few details have emerged since she was first reported missing. The Watertown Police Department has kept her case open, and she is registered as a missing person with national organizations. The hope remains that someone, somewhere, may have information that could finally shed light on what happened to Sharon Ann Ross, providing answers and a measure of peace to her loved ones who have waited for years.Last Seen: Oct 14, 2013
