Atlanta, GA — October 5, 2025: Authorities are searching for Jennifer Castro-Galeano, a 25-year-old woman who disappeared after being discharged from Grady Hospital in Atlanta. She never returned to her home in Chattanooga, Tennessee, prompting urgent concern from both family and investigators.
What Happened to Jennifer Castro-Galeano?
According to police, Jennifer Castro-Galeano was last seen on October 5, 2025, when she was released from Grady Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. She was expected to return to Chattanooga, TN, but never arrived. Since that day, her family has had no contact with her.
Investigators say the circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain unclear. They have not released details about her condition upon discharge or her intended method of travel back to Tennessee.
Police are urging anyone who may have been in or around the Grady Hospital area on October 5 to come forward with anything they saw or heard.
Who Is Jennifer Castro-Galeano?
Jennifer Castro-Galeano is a 25-year-old woman, described by her loved ones as caring, resilient, and deeply connected to her family. At the time she went missing, she was:
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5’4″ tall
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135 lbs
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Black hair
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Brown eyes
Her family says it is unlike her to go this long without contact, making her disappearance especially alarming. They are pleading for the community’s help in spreading her photo and details to aid search efforts.
Case Details and Ongoing Investigation
The Atlanta Police Department has opened an active missing-person investigation. Detectives are checking transportation hubs, reviewing hospital records, and gathering any available security footage from the area surrounding Grady Hospital.
Officials emphasize that missing adults still deserve urgent attention—especially when their disappearance is sudden and out of character.
Police have not stated whether foul play is suspected but say that time is critical in locating Jennifer safely.
Public and Social Media Reactions
News of Jennifer Castro-Galeano’s disappearance has started circulating across social media platforms, where community members are sharing her name, photo, and missing date to increase awareness.
Friends and supporters have posted messages such as:
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“Please share Jennifer’s picture. Someone has seen her.”
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“A 25-year-old woman doesn’t just disappear—help us bring her home.”
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“If you live in Atlanta or Chattanooga, keep your eyes open.”
The online push aims to reach potential witnesses who may have been near Grady Hospital on October 5.
Official Statements and What Happens Next
The Atlanta Police Department is urging the public to report any information—big or small—that could help locate Jennifer.
Anyone with information should contact:
Atlanta Police Department: (404) 546-6900
Family members continue to hope for Jennifer’s safe return and ask the public to keep sharing her story until she is found.
This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
