News Summary
The search for Ashley Marie Williams, a 28-year-old woman from South Los Angeles, is ongoing. Her family and local authorities are appealing for public assistance since she went missing on August 27. With a private investigator now involved, her family remains hopeful for her safe return as they continue to gather information and conduct searches in the area. The police urge anyone with tips to come forward to aid the investigation.
Los Angeles – The search for missing South Los Angeles woman Ashley Marie Williams, 28, continues as her family and local authorities seek help from the public. Williams has not been seen or heard from since August 27, 2025, when she last communicated with her family via text message. The last known location of Williams was near the 3800 block of Crawford Street in South Los Angeles.
Williams is described as being 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 150 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes, which has raised deep concerns among her family members regarding her well-being. In a bid to locate her, they have turned to a private investigator, retired LAPD Detective Moses Castillo, who is assisting in the ongoing search efforts.
Her family, originally from Ohio, has traveled to Los Angeles from Georgia, where her parents currently reside. They have been actively gathering information about her disappearance and conducting searches in the area to uncover any leads that may assist in finding her.
The Los Angeles Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit is involved in the case and encourages the community to come forward with any tips or information regarding Williams’ whereabouts. Individuals with information can contact the unit at (213) 996-1800. For those who wish to report information after hours or during weekends, they can call 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247).
Anonymous tips can also be reported to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or visiting their website. Anonymity is guaranteed for anyone providing valuable information that could lead to Williams’ safe return.
The circumstances surrounding Ashley Marie Williams’ disappearance have raised significant concern not only among her family but also within the local community. With resources and support, they are hopeful for a positive outcome and are urging anyone with relevant information to assist in their efforts.
Ongoing searches and outreach efforts reflect the love and concern of Williams’ family while stressing the importance of community involvement in such cases. As the investigation continues, the contributions of the public could prove crucial in bringing Ashley home.
Anyone with information is urged to act quickly, as time is of the essence in missing persons cases.
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