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Disappearance of Antoinette Forbes and Ongoing Investigation
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Disappearance and Police Response
Antoinette Forbes, 53, was last seen around 3 p.m. on a Friday at her residence in the 3200 block of Nebraska Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) initially listed her as a missing person and, within 24 hours, reclassified the case as “critically missing,” a designation used when an individual is believed to be in danger or facing life-threatening circumstances. MPD officials have treated the home as an active crime scene, restricting access to all family members and friends. The department continues to accept tips from the public.
Family Observations and Home Findings
Aileen Forbes, Antoinette’s sister, reported that after failed FaceTime calls on Saturday morning, she and close family friends entered the home using a spare key. They found the family dog, Max, inside the house after the animal had relieved itself indoors, indicating an extended period of unattended occupancy. Antoinette’s car remained parked in the driveway, while her phones and wallet were still inside the house. No one has been permitted to re-enter the property since the police secured the scene.
Official Statements & Responses
MPD spokespersons have confirmed that detectives are working “around the clock” since the disappearance was reported on Monday afternoon. Aileen Forbes said investigators have maintained regular contact with the family but have provided few substantive updates. She emphasized that nothing in Antoinette’s life suggested a voluntary disappearance, describing her as a “successful, happy woman” and a devoted mother to her 10-year-old son, Nathan.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It was just a fairly ordinary check-in with my sister, with whom I have regular contact — daily contact by text or on FaceTime,” — Aileen
- “The text I got from Margarita ... I think something happened to me that made my heart stop,” — Aileen
- “No one has access to Antoinette's home, not even me,” — Aileen
- “I know that they have been working tirelessly since Monday afternoon ... around the clock,” — Aileen
Ongoing Investigation
Police continue to classify the case as critically missing and urge anyone with information to contact the Metropolitan Police Department. The investigation remains open, with detectives reviewing the home as a potential crime scene and seeking any leads that could clarify Antoinette Forbes’s whereabouts.
