Authorities are searching for a US mother who disappeared while swimming at a popular tourist spot in Grenada. Elizabeth Waddell, 44, was staying at Grand Anse in St. George with a friend when she went for a swim and did not return.
Friend Raises Alarm
After several hours, her friend grew concerned because Waddell had not taken her phone. Amanda Romano-Harmon, a long-time friend of Waddell, told WRAL: 'She had her swimsuit on, and she went outside their Airbnb. They had a pool that overlooked the bay. Liz was set up out there just sightseeing from the pool, and her friend was taking her online course. When she got through with her course, she looked up and she didn't see Liz outside, so she went outside to walk around and see where she went, and she saw her towel down on the pier. So the only thing we can think is maybe she went for a swim.'
Family Appeals for Information
A missing persons report has been filed. Waddell's husband, Cailen, posted on Facebook on July 24: 'Facebook Friends. My wife Liz is missing in Grenada. If any of you have connections to the island – can you please share the following with your contacts there? Liz went missing in the afternoon on Wednesday. I am on my way there now to help search. I expect nothing less than Liz's safe return – so please send your love, light, thoughts, and prayers our way.' Cailen and his daughter arrived in Grenada on Friday to assist in the search.
Police Involvement
Cailen told WRAL News: 'The police have been wonderful. The investigation is ongoing. [The police] have been incredibly communicative and have done everything it seems like they could be doing to help find her.' The Royal Grenada Police Force is coordinating with fishermen, boat operators, and residents along the southern coastline to locate Waddell.
