A woman from South Carolina disappeared after she was last seen leaving a Planet Fitness gym in Lexington. Authorities reported that Elena Katherine Moore, 39, was last observed on Thursday evening heading towards a wooded area after leaving the gym.
The Lexington Police Department stated Moore signed in at the gym around 6:40 p.m. She was later seen walking towards a wooded area situated behind a Lowe’s Home Improvement store. Concern rose when she was reported missing the next day. Known as a personal trainer, Moore’s sudden absence was described by police as unusual.
Efforts to find Moore commenced on Friday with a preliminary search using a drone around her last known location. Despite the efforts, including assistance from the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department and other agencies, no trace of Moore was found. A more comprehensive search was conducted on Monday in collaboration with state and local agencies.
“No trace of Ms. Moore was found during the operation,” Lexington Police Chief Terrence Green stated.
Described by the police, Moore is a White female, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing around 120 pounds, with brown hair and eyes. She was last seen wearing an olive-green zip-up hoodie and black athletic pants. Investigators mentioned uncertainty over her having a cellphone.
Authorities urged anyone with information about Moore’s disappearance to contact detectives at 803-358-7271 or Midlands Crimestoppers.