Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP138765)
In the coastal city of Delray Beach, Florida, concern grew for the well-being of 21-year-old Shaelia Hoeksema after she was last seen on January 13, 2025. Described as a Black / African American female, with black hair and brown eyes, Shaelia has a tattoo on her left hand of the word "VIBE" with an outline of a triangle. At the time of her disappearance, she was reported to be 5'7" and weighed approximately 180 pounds.
The circumstances surrounding her last known moments were that she was seen leaving a facility in Delray Beach.
The Delray Beach Police Department was the investigating agency responsible for her case, and they were assigned case number 25-2017. A report was filed with their agency on February 17, 2025. The lack of information available to the public regarding the specifics of her disappearance left family, friends, and the community with a sense of unease and many unanswered questions. The initial reports and subsequent pleas for information aimed to gather any possible leads that could help locate her and ensure her safety.
Official reports have since indicated that Shaelia Hoeksema has been found alive. While this news brought immense relief to her loved ones and the community, the details surrounding her recovery remain private. The exact date and the circumstances of her being found have not been publicly disclosed, leaving the information vague. The case of Shaelia Hoeksema highlights the uncertainty and fear that families of missing persons endure. While the public may not know the full story of what transpired during the time she was missing, the essential fact is that she is no longer considered a missing person.Last Seen: Jan 13, 2025
