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Published on March 28, 2024
Fairport Woman Found Safe After Disappearance in Miami's Upper EastsideSource: Miami Police Department

The frantic search for a Fairport woman who went missing in Miami has concluded, as authorities confirmed that 27-year-old Leah Funke was found safe on Tuesday morning. According to a statement obtained by WSVN, Funke had last been seen in the Upper Eastside area of Miami, and concerns for her well-being had escalated. She had been reported missing after last being spotted wearing a simple tank top and pants.

Funke's disappearance sparked a city-wide search as Miami's Special Victims Unit urgently appealed to the public for information. Standing at just 5'2" and weighing 110 pounds, Funke was described as having a diminutive figure with black hair and striking blue eyes, which the Miami Police diligently spread to aid in the search. Friends from her hometown in the Village of Fairport shared details about Funke, portraying her as someone dearly missed and sought after by those who knew her, as reported by Rochester First. The police had not disclosed additional details surrounding her disappearance or what led to her being found.

During the incident, authorities asked anyone with information about Funke to come forward through various channels like phone numbers and an email address. They emphasized that even small details could help find her. The community's efforts paid off when the police announced that Funke was found safe, relieving the tension felt by her friends and family.

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