The Traverse City community is reeling from the devastating discovery of 39-weeks-pregnant Rebecca Park, whose body was found on November 25, 2025, after she had been missing for 21 days. The heartbreaking end to a weeks-long search was confirmed by Rebecca’s father, who told 9&10 News that he found her body while searching tirelessly for his daughter. The tragic loss has left family, friends, and residents in shock, as they come to terms with the loss of a life cut short.
Rebecca, 39, was last seen on the night of November 4, around 11:30 p.m., getting into the passenger seat of a dark-colored vehicle outside a relative’s home on South 21½ Road. Her mother, Courtney Bartholomew, was the last to see her alive. As days passed without any word from Rebecca, the community’s concern grew. A $12,000 reward was offered in an effort to generate leads, but despite extensive searches and volunteer efforts, the search seemed to hit dead ends.
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The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office and Michigan State Police coordinated a wide-ranging search of the area, though independent volunteer groups were not acting under official law enforcement guidance. In the weeks that followed, no significant evidence was found, and the case began to feel more like a mystery.
Authorities have clarified that, as of now, there is no direct evidence indicating that Rebecca was assaulted. They have also debunked social media rumors about the discovery of bloody clothing. Details about Rebecca’s pregnancy remain undisclosed, adding to the questions left unanswered in the wake of her tragic death.
No arrests have been made in connection to the case, and the sheriff’s office has assured the public that updates will be released as the investigation moves forward. As the community continues to grieve, loved ones are remembering Rebecca as a soon-to-be mother whose disappearance sparked widespread concern and whose loss will be felt for years to come.
With the investigation still ongoing, the Traverse City community remains united in their mourning, holding out hope for justice and seeking answers that will bring some closure to Rebecca’s family during this unimaginable time.