News Summary
Authorities in North Augusta are searching for Susan Rhodes, a 58-year-old woman who disappeared after a vehicle crash on Gregory Lake Road. Witnesses reported she seemed disoriented and wandered into the woods after the incident. Despite extensive search efforts involving law enforcement and community support, she remains missing, causing growing concern among her family and neighbors. The community is urged to assist in the search and report any information regarding her whereabouts.
North Augusta – Authorities are actively searching for Susan Rhodes, a 58-year-old woman who vanished after being involved in a vehicle crash on Gregory Lake Road on Thursday morning. The crash occurred near the entrance of the Gregory Landing subdivision, and Rhodes has not been seen since she exited her vehicle and wandered into the nearby woods.
The incident unfolded when Rhodes’ vehicle left the roadway and landed in a ditch around 10:30 AM. Witnesses reported that she appeared disoriented at the time of the crash, raising concerns that she might have been experiencing a medical issue. Eyewitness accounts describe Rhodes as wearing a bright red shirt when she left the vehicle.
Despite extensive search efforts, by 4:30 PM on Thursday, the North Augusta Public Safety Department confirmed that no evidence of Rhodes’ whereabouts had been found. Search teams, which include law enforcement officials, K-9 units, and drones equipped with FLIR technology, actively searched the wooded area where she was last seen. A helicopter from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and multiple officers were also deployed to conduct a systematic grid search, but so far, these efforts have not yielded any results.
In a community effort to locate Rhodes, local officials returned to her neighborhood to engage with residents. Neighbors reported that Susan Rhodes had been struggling with her mental health following the death of her husband, which may have contributed to her current situation. This information has heightened concern for her safety and well-being.
As the search enters its second day, family members are becoming increasingly worried. Kacey Rhodes, Susan’s niece, shared her family’s concern, revealing that they are deeply troubled by her disappearance and are holding onto hope for her safe return. The community is rallying together, expressing their prayers and support during this challenging time.
The search and investigation continue as authorities urge anyone with information about Susan Rhodes or her whereabouts to come forward. They emphasize the importance of community involvement in locating Rhodes and encourage anyone who may have seen her on Thursday to report their observations as soon as possible.
The local community remains vigilant and engaged as they collectively hope for positive news regarding Susan Rhodes. The North Augusta Public Safety Department will continue to monitor the situation, ensuring that all available resources are utilized in the search efforts. As the days progress, law enforcement remains committed to uncovering any leads that could help bring Susan Rhodes back home safely.
Rhodes was last confirmed to be in the yard at 2224 Gregory Lake Road, a location that has become central to both the search and ongoing investigation. Authorities encourage everyone to stay alert and assist to ensure the safety of their community.
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- WFXG: Search Continues for North Augusta Crash Victim
- Wikipedia: Missing Person
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- Post and Courier: Aiken County Fatal Collision
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Missing Person
