Brentwood, Essex – Katie Hodges, a 39-year-old resident of Brentwood, has been missing since Thursday, 15 August 2024, and authorities are increasingly concerned for her welfare. She was last spotted near the Tesco supermarket on Hanging Hill Lane around 6 p.m., and her disappearance has prompted an urgent search across the area.
Katie is described as a white woman with a slim build, long brown hair with an auburn tint, and a very faint scar under her left eye. She has strong connections throughout Brentwood, particularly in the Hutton area.
Essex Police have issued an appeal to the public, urging anyone who may have seen Katie or knows of her whereabouts to contact them immediately by calling 999 and quoting incident number 500 of 16 August.
The community has quickly rallied, with many people sharing the police appeal on social media in hopes of locating Katie. Pat Francis commented, "Hope she’s found safe and well," while Laura Balloony added, "Katie, if you see this, please make contact with anyone just to let them know you’re alive and if you’re not well, let someone know." The heartfelt messages highlight the concern felt by those who know her and others in the wider community.
As the search continues, people across Essex, including areas like Basildon, Rayleigh, Laindon, Ongar, and Chelmsford, have shared the missing person appeal, expressing their hopes for Katie’s safe return. The entire community is encouraged to stay vigilant and report any sightings to the authorities.