Updated: Jan 16
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The NYPD has launched an intensified manhunt following the disappearance of Madison Carter, 25, the daughter of prominent New York financier Richard Carter. Madison was last seen leaving the upscale Midtown lounge Opal’s late Friday night in the company of a well-dressed man described as having blonde hair, in his late 20s to early 30s—a suspect matching the description provided in two earlier missing persons cases involving Emily Reyes and Jordan Walker.
Madison, a graduate of Columbia University and a well-known figure in Manhattan’s elite social circles, was reported missing by her family when she failed to return home after a night out with friends. According to witnesses, Madison was seen leaving Opal’s around 1:15 a.m., accompanied by a man authorities now believe may be involved in all three disappearances.
“This is our top priority,” said NYPD Commissioner David Ramos in a press conference on Monday morning. “We are devoting every available resource to finding Madison Carter and ensuring the safety of our community.”
The case has captured national attention, with major news outlets picking up the story and public concern mounting. Social media has exploded with posts about Madison’s disappearance, with hashtags like #FindMadisonCarter trending across platforms.
While police have not confirmed any new leads, they have promised heightened patrols and increased security around popular nightlife venues in an effort to prevent further incidents. Commissioner Ramos stated, “We understand the community’s concern, and we are doing everything in our power to bring Madison home.”
Criticism has emerged, however, regarding the disparity in public attention and urgency surrounding the cases of Emily Reyes and Jordan Walker, who went missing under similar circumstances earlier this week. Friends and family of the two women have expressed frustration, noting that their disappearances received less coverage and police resources before Madison’s case came to light.
“Emily has been missing since Thursday night,” said her friend Melissa Torres. “But we didn’t see patrols or press conferences until someone from a rich family went missing. It’s like her life didn’t matter as much.”
Despite public criticism, officials insist that they are treating all three disappearances as connected and remain committed to solving the cases. “We want answers for all the families,” said Detective Marcus Wright. “No matter who they are, we will find out what happened.” For now, the search for Madison Carter has intensified, with patrols in nightlife districts doubling and posters of all three women plastered across the city.