December 11, 2025

Missing Woman Found Safe in Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky, December 11, 2025

The Louisville Metro Police Department has successfully located 27-year-old Madeline Moore, who had been missing since December 8. Authorities conducted an extensive search and issued an Operation Return Home alert for her. Moore was discovered safe and is currently receiving medical attention. Her family had expressed concerns for her well-being prior to her recovery, prompting swift action from law enforcement and community support.

Louisville, Kentucky – The Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) has successfully located 27-year-old Madeline Moore, who had been missing since December 8, 2025. Moore was found safe and is currently receiving medical attention.

Details of the Disappearance
Moore was last seen on December 8, 2025, in the 1100 block of South First Street in Old Louisville. She was wearing a gray cardigan and pajama pants. Her family expressed concern for her well-being, indicating she likely needed medical attention. LMPD issued an Operation Return Home alert to locate her.

Search and Recovery Efforts
LMPD’s Missing Persons Squad coordinated an extensive search, utilizing all available resources to locate Moore. The department receives approximately 2,000 missing person reports annually, with about 30% involving adults.

Background on Missing Persons Protocols
The LMPD Missing Persons Squad is responsible for investigating cases involving missing individuals. They handle approximately 2,000 reports annually, with about 70% involving juveniles and 30% involving adults. The department emphasizes the importance of prompt reporting and thorough investigation in such cases.

Contact Information
Anyone with information about missing persons is encouraged to contact the LMPD’s Missing Persons Squad at 502-574-7120 or the anonymous tip line at 502-574-LMPD (5673). Tips can also be submitted online.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the date when Madeline Moore was last seen?: December 8, 2025
Where was Madeline Moore last seen?: In the 1100 block of South First Street in Old Louisville, Kentucky
What was Madeline Moore wearing when she was last seen?: A gray cardigan and pajama pants
What is the contact number for the LMPD’s Missing Persons Squad?: 502-574-7120
What percentage of missing person reports handled by LMPD annually involve adults?: Approximately 30%

Key Feature	Details
Location of Disappearance	1100 block of South First Street, Old Louisville, Kentucky
Last Seen Wearing	Gray cardigan and pajama pants
Contact Number for Missing Persons Squad	502-574-7120
Percentage of Adult Missing Reports Handled Annually	Approximately 30%

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