A woman who was the subject of a Vermont missing person report has been located safe, Vermont State Police say. Stefani Cruz, 22, of Sanford, North Carolina, had been reported missing on May 8, 2026, after family members said she failed to board a return flight to North Carolina on May 6 and had not been in contact since.
Vermont missing person located safe
Vermont State Police had asked the public for help locating Cruz while the case was active. Police have since confirmed she was located safe.
The State Police thanked the public for its assistance during the search. Anyone with questions about the case can contact the Vermont State Police.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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