Shawntae RayDiance Wiley Lopez, a 34-year-old woman from Las Cruces, New Mexico, was last seen on July 12, 2023. At the time of her disappearance, she was described as having red or auburn hair, brown eyes, standing 5 feet 3 inches tall, and weighing approximately 115 pounds. Distinctive tattoos include brass knuckles and stars on her abdomen, a crown on her neck, "LITO" on her left wrist, three stars on her right ear, and a heart with the letter "R" on her right hand.
Prior to her disappearance, Shawntae had encounters with law enforcement. In November 2020, she was arrested and charged with aggravated assault on a police officer, aggravated fleeing from an officer, and resisting or obstructing, following an incident that began at a gas station and led to a pursuit ending at Telshor Boulevard and Missouri Avenue. Earlier, in May 2010, she faced charges of negligent child abuse after allegedly leaving her 8-month-old son unattended in a vehicle following a night of partying.
As of November 2024, Shawntae remains missing. The New Mexico Department of Public Safety continues to list her case on their Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Authorities urge anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Dona Ana County Sheriff's Office at (575) 526-0795. Last Seen: Jul 11, 2023
