Missing woman found in Fayetteville, Ark. creek

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Friday afternoon about 1:30 p.m. the Fayetteville Fire Dept recovered the remains of a woman missing since May 5 after a night out in the entertainment district.

Fayetteville PD confirm they have located and recovered Shelby Ratliff’s remains from the Town Branch Creek.

“Initial investigation leads us to believe that this was a drowning incident directly related to the severe weather last week.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Ms. Ratliff.” — FPD

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Originally Shelby Ratliff, 28, was last seen leaving the entertainment district at approximately 2 AM, Thursday May 5, 2022. Shelby was dropped off at a local apartment complex a short time later by a local ride share service.

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Woman missing from Fayetteville, Ark. now a week

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Fayetteville Arkansas Police Dept are seeking the whereabouts of a woman last seen Thursday, May 5.

Shelby Ratliff, 28 year old female, was last seen leaving the entertainment district at approximately 2 AM, Thursday May 5, 2022. Shelby was dropped off at a local apartment complex a short time later by a local ride share service.”

Last wearing a beige shirt with mushroom design, brown and red flannel shirt, cut off jean shorts and white Doc Martens.

If anyone has any information please contact the Fayetteville Police Department at (479) 587-3555.

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