A mother of three who went missing 24 years ago has finally been found after living a double life in North Carolina as her family wrestles with the gut-wrenching news. But after more than two decades of searching, Smith was found 'alive and well' on Friday by the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office, a release announced. 'I kind of want to go outside and scream, "she’s alive, she’s alive",' Smith's cousin Barbara Byrd told WFMYNews 2. 'When my mom was a part of my daily life, she showed me a love and bond that will never ever be forgotten. 'My dad has been in my daily life all of my life, and he shows me love and we have a life that will never be forgotten!

Source: Daily Mail February 23, 2026 05:20 UTC