Joanne Marie Washburn Found Safe in Tompkins County

9-year-old Joanne Marie Washburn has been safely reunited with her loved ones after she was reported missing in Tompkins County, New York. We thank God for this encouraging update as authorities confirmed she has been found safe.

Joanne had been reported missing on March 5, 2026, after she was discovered missing from her home in the Town of Ulysses.

Her information spread quickly throughout the community as law enforcement agencies, K-9 units, forest rangers, and local residents worked together to help locate her.

Thankfully, officials later confirmed that Joanne had been found safe off Rabbit Run Road. Her loved ones can now breathe a sigh of relief after a time of concern and uncertainty.

(Photo: Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office)