Missing Since: 2021-05-01 Location: Fitzgerald, Georgia
Lawson was last seen on surveillance video at It’s Fashion, a clothing store in Fitzgerald, Georgia, on May 1, 2021. After leaving, she was dropped off at a home in Fitzgerald which she frequented. She left the residence on foot without telling anyone where she was going. She has never been heard from again. Lawson’s family reported her missing on May 14; they stated it was uncharacteristic of her to be out of touch. She left behind a one-year-old son, and her loved ones don’t think she would have abandoned him. She didn’t have a cellular phone or any credit or debit cards, making it difficult to trace her through records, but authorities do not believe she is still in the Fitzgerald area. Authorities stated there are multiple persons of interest in Lawson’s disappearance, one of whom is now deceased. Her case remains unsolved. Investigating Agency Fitzgerald Police Department 229-426-5000 Source Information True crime discussion and missing persons cases WALB 10 Shanita Lawson WFXL Fox 31 Updated 1 time since October 12, 2004. Last updated May 18, 2024; casefile added.