Naperville, IL – A large-scale search effort is underway Monday morning as authorities work to locate Olasinmibo “Sinmi” Abosede, a Naperville woman who has been missing since last week.
According to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, the Naperville Police Department and the Naperville Emergency Management Agency began coordinating a targeted search at 9 a.m. today at Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve. The search team includes 30 to 40 trained volunteers and K9 units.
Abosede, 46, was last seen on the morning of Wednesday, July 30, walking in the 2100 block of Sudbury Street in Naperville. She was wearing a long-sleeved black Adidas jacket, gray sweatpants, a black headscarf, and black Crocs. She was also carrying a white water bottle at the time of her disappearance.
Authorities said the preserve and parking areas will remain open during search operations but warned that visitors may see increased activity. Officials ask that the public avoid interfering with ongoing efforts and follow any posted directions from law enforcement or search personnel.
Community members have shared online appeals for help, describing Abosede as a beloved wife and mother of four. Her friends and family continue to ask the public to share information and remain vigilant.
Anyone who has seen Abosede or has information on her whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact the Naperville Police Investigations Division at 630-548-1421.
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