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Milwaukee police issue critical missing alert for 56-year-old woman last contacted family September 3

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Published
January 31, 2026/08:59 PM
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Justice
Milwaukee police issue critical missing alert for 56-year-old woman last contacted family September 3
Source: Wikimedia Commons / Author: Kenneth C. Zirkel

Case summary and last known information

Milwaukee police are asking for the public’s help locating a 56-year-old woman who was reported as a critical missing person after her family lost contact with her.

The woman, Sheree Wimberly, was last in contact with relatives during the afternoon of Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Investigators said she was believed to be in the area near North 38th Street and West Meinecke Avenue and may have been traveling on foot at the time the alert was issued.

Description and clothing details

Police described Wimberly as a Black woman who is approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs about 215 pounds, with brown eyes and long red or auburn hair.

She was last reported wearing:

  • a black tank top
  • gray jogging pants
  • beige or tan shoes

Public safety guidance and how tips are handled

Police are urging anyone who has seen Wimberly or has information that could help locate her to contact Milwaukee Police District 3. In missing-person investigations, even small details can help investigators verify sightings, narrow search areas, and establish a clearer timeline of movement.

Anyone with information is asked to call Milwaukee Police District 3 at 414-935-7232.

Authorities generally advise callers to provide specific, verifiable details such as exact location, time of observation, direction of travel, clothing observed, and whether the person appeared to be accompanied or in distress. When possible, distinguishing features and the vehicle information (if any) can help police quickly determine whether a tip matches the missing person.

Status update

Milwaukee police later reported that Wimberly was found safe. The department did not publicly release additional details about where she was located or the circumstances of her recovery.