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AARP confirms death of missing volunteer in Tallahassee

Posted at 8:05 AM, Jun 15, 2020
and last updated 2020-06-15 08:16:15-04

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — AARP Florida has confirmed the death of one of it's long-time Tallahassee volunteers, 75-year-old Vicki Sims.

In a Facebook post, AARP wrote the "Tallahassee Police Department is pursuing an investigation into [Sims'] death."

According to TPD, Sims had been missing since June 11.

She was volunteer with the Tallahassee AARP chapter.

A spokesperson from AARP stated " Vicki worked tirelessly to improve the lives of others – as a dedicated advocate for older Americans; a committed volunteer for AARP, Second Harvest Food Bank of the Big Bend and other community causes; a devoted mother and grandmother; and a passionate, fully engaged citizen, helping our nation to achieve its highest ideals."

At this time, police have not said if Sims' disappearance is related to the homicide investigation on Monday Road.

Sims was last seen on Blair Stone Road, which is not far from Monday Road.

This is a developing story.