Cook County, IL – Authorities are renewing efforts to locate a woman who has been missing for several years, urging the public to come forward with any information that could help bring answers to her family.
According to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, Bethany Bower was last seen on July 28, 2021, at her residence in Newton, Illinois. Investigators said several of her personal belongings were later found outside the home, raising concerns about her sudden disappearance. Officials noted she has not had any contact with friends or family since that day.
Bower, who was 38 at the time she went missing, is now 42 years old. She is described as a white female with brown hair and hazel eyes, standing approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing between 160 and 170 pounds.
The case remains open and is being handled by the Cook County Sheriff’s Special Victims Unit, which focuses on long-term missing persons investigations. Authorities emphasized that the circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain unclear, and they continue to pursue new leads.
Officials are asking anyone with information about Bower’s whereabouts or the events leading up to her disappearance to contact investigators at 773-674-9490 or email ccso.missingpersons@ccsheriff.org. Tips can be provided anonymously.
Law enforcement officials say even small details could be critical in helping piece together what happened. The sheriff’s office continues to highlight unresolved missing persons cases as part of its broader initiative to bring attention to individuals who have been missing for extended periods.
As the investigation continues, authorities said they remain committed to seeking answers and providing closure for Bower’s loved ones.
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