The search is on for a 27-year-old woman who has vanished from Miami's Upper Eastside, as the City of Miami Police Department's Special Victim's Unit has taken to the public to aid their efforts. Leah Funke, identified as a white female with black hair and blue eyes, was reported missing after last being seen in a tank top and pants on Monday. Standing at about 5 feet, 2 inches and weighing roughly 110 pounds, her sudden disappearance is triggering a wave of concern.
Authorities have intensified their hunt across the Miami region, asking anyone with information regarding Funke's current location to step forward, as investigations into her missing case open up. WSVN reported officials as stating her last known whereabouts, calling on the community's vigilance.
In the spirit of communal effort and swift action, the Miami Police Department also made use of social media, disseminating a flyer with Funke's picture and description on their official X account. They stressed the urgency of the matter, requesting that any leads be sent to them through two provided phone numbers, or via email to their Special Victims Unit.
While the details on how Leah Funke went missing remain scant, the flyers circulating in both physical and digital realms underline her characteristics, with the hope that members of the public might catch a glimpse of her in the city's pulsating life. Described wearing a tank top and pants at the time of her last sighting, it is not known if she has changed apparel since Monday. The Miami Police Department's post on X conveys that anyone with information can contribute to the search by reaching out with potential sightings.
Please see the below Missing Person flyer for 27-year-old Leah Funke who has been reported missing from the #UpperEastside area. Please call 305-603-6300 or 305-579-6111 if you know of her whereabouts. KD pic.twitter.com/DrK1f68lKE
— Miami PD (@MiamiPD) March 26, 2024
The police remain committed to finding Leah Funke and have directed their resources toward tracking down leads. Community members with any information are asked to contact the City of Miami Police Department's Special Victim’s Unit at 305-603-6300 or 305-579-6111, or by reaching out via email to [email protected].
