Tiffany Nicole Turner, 34: Vanished After Leaving Mother's Home In 2016
Investigators believe that her mental illness may have played a factor in her disappearance.
Throughout her life, Tiffany Nicole Turner struggled with mental illness. She's schizophrenic and would often have to live with caretakers who helped her with her day-to-day activities.
Tiffany was known to just disappear, only to turn up in random cities centered in the eastern United States. According to reports, Tiffany has also previously threatened to take her own life and exhibited suicidal tendencies, causing concern for her loved ones.
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On September 6, 2016, Tiffany was last seen between the early morning hours of 4:00 and 4:30 a.m., leaving her mother’s home in Tampa, Florida. No one has had contact with the 34-year-old since that time. No one knows where she is or where she could have gone.
Let’s remember: just because Tiffany lived with a mental illness and may have been suicidal in the past does not negate the fact that she may have been a victim of foul play.
Tiffany Nicole Turner: What To Know
At the time of her disappearance, Tiffany was 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighed 160 pounds. She has black hair, brown eyes, and both of her ears are pierced. She was last seen wearing blue jeans with a dark blue shirt featuring the words “It’s a family thing” on the front and “Tiffany” on the back.
Anyone with information regarding Tiffany’s case is urged to contact the Tampa Police Department at 813-276-3230.
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Case Number: 16-489587
Agency: Tampa Police Department
Phone: 813-276-3230
Email: TPD.PickUpDesk@tampagov.net
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