She Left The House To Run Some Errands But Never Showed Up To Work Later That Day, And Now Authorities Are Asking Everyone In Her Town To Check Old Wells, Windmill Bases, And Sinkholes
Madeline Jane Kingsbury of Winona, Minnesota, is a 26-year-old mother of two children aged 5 and 2.
After graduating from Winona State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health in 2019, she went on to attend the University of Minnesota in pursuit of a Master’s in Public Health.
At the same time, Madeline was working at the Mayo Clinic as a clinical research coordinator in Rochester, Minnesota, while living with her two kids and their father, Adam.
Despite still living with Adam, Madeline was not in a relationship with him any longer. Instead, she was working on moving out of their shared home and searching for a new place to live in Winona in order to keep the kids nearby their father.
On March 31, 2023, these plans came to a screeching halt after Madeline mysteriously disappeared.
That morning, she and Adam first dropped their kids off at daycare just after 8:00 a.m. Around 8:15 a.m., Madeline also texted her sister while she and Adam returned home.
By about 10:00 a.m., though, Adam reportedly went out again– leaving the house to run errands in a dark blue 2014 Chrysler Town and Country van. This was the car Madeline normally drove.
At the same time, Madeline was supposed to go to work that morning. But, once Adam arrived home later, she was nowhere to be found.
It was soon revealed that Madeline had never arrived at work that morning. She also failed to pick up her kids from daycare in the afternoon and was never seen or heard from again.
Facebook – pictured above is Madeline
Madeline’s loved ones worked to get into contact with her. But, on the evening of March 31, they ultimately contacted the Winona Police Department to file a missing person’s report.
The police found no evidence suggesting that Madeline had left home either in another vehicle or on foot. Additionally, most of her personal belongings had been left at home– including her cell phone, wallet, identification, and even the jacket she had been wearing that morning.
Yet, a blue van matching Madeline and Adam’s vehicle was spotted on surveillance camera footage between 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. traveling on Highway 43 and County Road 12 as well as in eastern Fillmore counties.
So, authorities have asked residents of both Winona and eastern Fillmore to review their surveillance footage for any sightings of a blue van traveling along Highway 43 anytime between 8:00 a.m. on March 31, 2023, and 4:00 p.m. on April 1.
On April 26, the Winona Police Department also published a press release asking for renewed help in the search for Madeline.
Authorities have asked that property owners report any old wells, homesteads, windmills, or windmill bases from before 1925, as well as any sinkholes that are accessible by car.
“This information is not included in available records and could lead to new searches. We are asking people with old wells, homesteads, windmills, or sinkholes on their property to report them to search@co.winona.mn.us,” the press release states.
Additionally, authorities announced that they are partnering with Madeline’s family and requesting that all residents in Winona, Fillmore, and Houston counties display a blue checkmark in a visible property location if they consent to property searches.
According to the release, volunteer search parties will only be searching properties for any signs of Madeline, indicators of disturbances, or something out of the ordinary.
If residents consent to a property search, volunteers will not enter any homes or structures and will follow all property postings. Before embarking on any search, volunteers will also confirm that it is okay with the property owner.
“Once they have searched, volunteers will tie a blue ribbon around a mailbox or post, letting others know the property has been checked. If you have already searched your property, you can also tie a blue ribbon outside to let others know,” the press release explained.
As for those interested in aiding the search effort, the Winona Police Department advised all volunteers to prioritize safety. Never search alone, do not enter dangerous areas, and do not go into the water.
Authorities revealed that they are still receiving tips on Madeline’s case through Crime Stoppers every day. At the same time, Madeline’s loved ones have created a Facebook page entitled “Finding Madeline Kingsbury” to help raise awareness about her case and keep her story alive.
“We will NEVER stop searching, and we will remain loud. We promise to bring you home,” one post reads.
According to the Winona Police Department, investigators are not prepared to identify a person of interest or suspect at this time. However, authorities are reportedly reviewing every submitted tip, and there is currently a $50,000 reward offering for any information.
“We remain committed to finding Maddi and, if warranted, hold accountable the person or persons responsible for her disappearance,” the press release concluded.
“Thank you to everyone who has helped in the search for Maddi. The outpouring of support has been overwhelming. Please keep her family and friends in your thoughts.”
At the time of her disappearance, Madeline was five foot four, weighed 135 pounds, and had brown curly hair and hazel eyes. If you have any information regarding Madeline’s disappearance or whereabouts, you are urged to contact the Winona Police Department at (507) 457-6288 or Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-TIPS.
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