Florida Sheriff: Missing Massachusetts Woman Did Not Get On Flight Back to Boston

Key Information:

• Missing Person: Michelle Woodbury, 56 years old
• Last Seen: August 17, 2023, at Port Charlotte Town Center Mall
• Flight Information: Scheduled to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Boston
• Medical Concerns: Suffers from bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse issues; not taking medication
• Known Locations: U.S. 41, Paddy Wagon Irish Pub, local motels, parks
• Contact Information: CCSO non-emergency number: 941-639-2101

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, FL — Authorities are seeking help from the public in locating Michelle Woodbury, a 56-year-old woman from Massachusetts. She failed to board her flight from Fort Lauderdale to Boston on August 17, prompting concern from her family, who reported her missing to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.

Woodbury is grappling with several mental health challenges, including bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. Additionally, she has substance abuse issues and is currently not taking her prescribed medication.

On the afternoon of August 17, the CCSO received a call regarding Woodbury. It was reported that she had declined to exit an Uber at the Port Charlotte Town Center Mall. After an altercation, the situation was resolved, but this was the last confirmed sighting of her.

According to the sheriff’s office, Woodbury is known to frequent the area along U.S. 41 in Charlotte County. This is particularly significant as she has established various transient acquaintances during her time there in April. Family members mentioned specific places she is likely to visit, such as the Paddy Wagon Irish Pub, and noted that she might stay at local motels or even sleep outdoors in parks or bushes.

Anyone who has seen Michelle Woodbury or has any information regarding her current whereabouts is urged to contact the CCSO’s non-emergency number at 941-639-2101. Tips can also be submitted through the agency’s Facebook page or its free mobile application.