Following her unexplained disappearance, 22-year-old Collins, Iowa resident Lauren Matthews is the focus of an extensive search at this time. Lauren, a young lady with stunning features and a colorful sense of style, was last seen early on September 12th in Huxley, Iowa.
The next day, her car was found abandoned in a ditch on rural 320th Street, east of Collins, Iowa. While the manhunt continues, family members and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Lauren Matthews weighs about 120 pounds and is 5 feet 5 inches tall. Her most distinct physical features are her stunning blue eyes and long, dark brown hair.
She often accessorizes herself with a variety of familiar adornments, such as multiple rings and multiple stone bracelets that she wears on a regular basis. Lauren's unique look is further enhanced by her nose piercing.
Lauren was last seen early Thursday, September 12, in the small town of Huxley, Iowa, near Ames. As Huxley is known for its peaceful environment and close-knit community, Lauren's sudden departure is all the more worrying. What made her leave Huxley is still a mystery.
Lauren's vehicle was found abandoned in a ditch on rural 320th Street, east of Collins, Iowa, on Friday, September 13th. Given that the car was discovered in a remote location, something strange may have happened there.
The fact that her car was found in such a state of disrepair caused her family and local officials great concern. The hunt became more urgent as Lauren's whereabouts were not immediately known when the car was discovered in the ditch.
The investigation into Lauren's disappearance is being handled by the Story County Sheriff's Office. They put a lot of effort into piecing together every piece of information and clue that could point to her location. In light of the seriousness of the issue, volunteers from the community, local law enforcement authorities and possibly state resources are involved in the search activity.
The authorities are asking for help from the general public. Please call the Story County Sheriff's Office at 515-382-6566 if you have any information regarding Lauren's whereabouts, if you have seen anything strange near 320th Street, or if you may have seen her. No matter how insignificant a tip may seem, it could be vital to finding Lauren and ensuring her safe return.
In her community, Lauren Matthews is considered a lively and kind person. Friends, family and people of Collins and neighboring towns are deeply disturbed by her sudden departure. There is a great sense of urgency and unity in the search for her as the local community has come together to support the efforts.
