The prolonged search for Candice Jean Aufrecht, a 41-year-old Lincolnton woman missing since March 8, 2023, persists as law enforcement appeals to the community for assistance. Police have been tirelessly working on the case since Aufrecht was reported missing in October 2023, nearly seven months after she was last seen. According to WBTV, her description reads as a 5'4" woman weighing around 170lbs, notable for a tattoo on her upper chest stating "Payton."

She was last observed at a Lincolnton Chick-fil-A, accompanied by Zachary "Zach" William Ramey. Alongside continuous appeals for public information, the Lincolnton Police Department has been to maintain communication with Aufrecht's family in ongoing efforts to uncover her whereabouts. The last public sighting of Aufrecht, as WCCB Charlotte reports, positions her with Ramey at the popular eatery.

There's a discrepancy in the reports regarding Aufrecht's weight, with QC News listing her at 150 pounds. Adding another layer of mystery, she's also known by the name Candice Jean O'Brien. The Lincolnton law enforcement's request for public assistance underscores the gravity of Aufrecht's case and the dire need to piece together the events leading to her disappearance.

While details surrounding her final known moments remain scarce, police are urging anyone with information to immediately come forward. In statements made to local media, the authorities stress the impact that even seemingly insignificant details might have in advancing the search. Informants can reach out directly to the Lincolnton Police Department at 704-736-8900, or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers of Lincolnton at 704-736-8909, to possibly help to unravel the fate of Candice Aufrecht.