Milwaukee Police Seek Family of Unidentified Woman
Authorities are asking the public for help identifying a woman found in the city's northwest side.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Accidents
Milwaukee Police are requesting public assistance to locate the family of an unidentified woman who was found near N. 40th St. and W. Florist Avenue. The woman remains unidentified as officers continue their efforts to connect her with next of kin.
Why it matters
Law enforcement relies on community input to resolve cases involving unidentified individuals. Locating the family of the woman is the priority for the responding officers.
The unidentified woman is a 5'5" Hispanic female weighing 140 pounds, last seen wearing a red winter jacket, black leggings, and gray socks. Individuals with information should contact MPD District 4 at 414-935-7242.
The players
Milwaukee Police Department
The Milwaukee Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and investigations within the city of Milwaukee.
The details
The woman was discovered at the intersection of N. 40th St. and W. Florist Avenue. Local authorities are managing the investigation and have released her physical description to aid in the search for her identity.
Timeline
The woman was located near 40th and Florist on October 22, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
Legal Context
This appeal follows standard notification protocols established by the Milwaukee Police Department for cases involving unidentified persons. Similar investigative procedures are utilized by law enforcement across the region to help reunify individuals with their families.
Residents in the area near N. 40th St. and W. Florist Avenue are encouraged to review the provided description to see if they recognize the individual. Providing any relevant information to MPD District 4 directly assists in the identification process.
The takeaway
If you recognize the woman described, please reach out to the authorities to help resolve this case. Providing accurate information is the most effective way for the community to assist in identifying vulnerable individuals.
Further reading
For more information on ongoing local investigations, visit the Milwaukee Accidents page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CBS58.
