News Summary
Authorities are actively searching for Annie Stone, 72, and Susan Rhodes, 65, both of whom have gone missing recently in the Augusta area. Annie was last seen driving her gray Ford Fusion, while Susan disappeared after a car accident. Both cases have raised concerns among family members and community members, urging anyone with information to come forward. Local police are calling for assistance in the search efforts as the community rallies to help locate the missing women.
Augusta, GA – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for 72-year-old Annie Stone, who went missing on Monday, July 14, 2025. Annie was last seen at her home on the 2200 Block of Martin Road at approximately 9:00 AM. She was driving her gray 2017 Ford Fusion when she disappeared. Her vehicle was subsequently spotted later that day near the intersection of John C. Calhoun Expressway Street and Milledge Road.
Annie Stone was last observed wearing a white shirt and white shorts. Notably, she is hearing impaired, which may affect her ability to communicate or seek assistance. Her friends and family have expressed concern, as she is known to frequent the area around Conklin Avenue, where individuals may have information regarding her whereabouts. Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen Annie or her vehicle to contact the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office at 706-821-1080 or 706-821-1020.
In a separate incident, North Augusta police are searching for 65-year-old Susan Rhodes, who has been missing since shortly after a car accident on Gregory Lake Road on June 11. Initial reports indicate that Rhodes wandered into the woods following the crash, appearing disoriented. Witnesses observed her vehicle, a Chevrolet Malibu, swerving before the accident, which involved a collision with a Toyota SUV.
Following the crash at approximately 2 PM, authorities were able to briefly reach Rhodes via phone. During this communication, she indicated she was experiencing a medical condition. A deputy advised her to call 911 to enable locating her via GPS, but she did not follow through. Prior to the incident, Rhodes’ roommate reported that she had been experiencing symptoms consistent with blood pressure issues and stroke.
At the time of the accident, Rhodes was having one arm in a sling and was last seen wearing a red shirt, black shoes, and a hat. She is described as approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing around 150 pounds. Local authorities intensified their search efforts, which included grid searches of the surrounding area, but to date, no signs of Rhodes have been discovered. Any information regarding her whereabouts is requested by calling the North Augusta Police Department at 803-441-4200.
Both cases highlight the urgent and critical nature of the ongoing searches. Family members of both women are understandably anxious for their safe return, and community members are encouraged to keep an eye out for any clues or possible sightings. As the search efforts continue, community support can play a vital role in ensuring these individuals are located swiftly. Community collaboration with local law enforcement can significantly aid in addressing these urgent public safety concerns.
If you have any information regarding Annie Stone or Susan Rhodes, it is imperative to reach out to the local authorities as soon as possible. Every piece of information, no matter how small, may prove beneficial in helping bring these missing women home safely.
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