Desperate Search: Family Pleads for Help to Find Missing Mother of Three

A family in Greenville is urgently seeking assistance to locate Samantha Jo Assisi, a 32-year-old mother who vanished in June. Her disappearance has left her three children heartbroken and her family frantic for answers.

The Disappearance: What Happened to Samantha Jo?

On June 10, Samantha was supposed to check into an inpatient treatment facility in the Bronx. However, her family recently learned that she never arrived. This troubling news has intensified their worry, as they describe it as completely out of character for her to be away from her children for this long.

A Family’s Heartfelt Plea

“Samantha Jo has three children who deeply miss their mother,” her family shared. “We are devastated and desperately want her back. It’s unlike her to be gone this long, and we fear for her safety.”

Due to her status as an adult, the NYPD has been unable to assist the family in their search. They are relying solely on their own limited resources and the support of friends to find Samantha. “We need your help,” they implored the community.

Possible Locations: Where to Look?

The family believes that Samantha may have been staying at shelters near the New York City Port Authority or around 125th Street in Harlem during early July. She also has ties to St. Albans, Vermont, which may provide additional leads in the search.

Family Background: A History of Loss

Brittany Graziosi, a cousin of Samantha, shared the family's deep roots in the area, stating, “We grew up on Linden Ave. Samantha Jo’s grandparents still live there.” The family has faced tragedy before, having lost a 20-year-old cousin, Tyler Sellers, in 2015. Their past experiences only deepen their resolve to find Samantha and bring her home safely.

How You Can Help

The family is appealing to anyone with information about Samantha’s whereabouts to reach out via email at findsamanthajo@gmail.com. Every small piece of information could be crucial in this ongoing search.

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What Do You Think?

• How can communities better assist families in distress during such situations?
• Should police departments prioritize missing person cases involving adults?
• What role does social media play in locating missing individuals?
• Is there a stigma around mental health treatment that contributes to situations like this?
• What are the ethical implications of publicizing missing person cases?

Your thoughts and insights are welcome in the comments below. Let’s come together to support Samantha’s family and help bring her home.