LENEXA, Kan. — Police in Lenexa have confirmed that a woman reported missing early Sunday morning has been found deceased. Authorities identified the woman as 45-year-old Amber J. Foster, whose body was discovered late Monday morning, approximately a day after she was last seen.
According to law enforcement officials, Foster had been missing for nearly 30 hours before she was located. She was last seen during the early morning hours Sunday in a mixed residential and commercial area near a local golf course. When she failed to return home or make contact with family or friends, concern quickly grew, prompting police to initiate a search.
As part of the investigation, officers located Foster’s vehicle parked nearby, a development that helped narrow the focus of the search and establish her last known movements. City-operated surveillance cameras later captured images of Foster walking in the direction of the golf course area, providing investigators with a clearer timeline and geographic area to examine.
Authorities said Foster was found within walking distance of where she was last seen alive. Detectives are now working to determine how she traveled between those locations and whether she had any interactions with others prior to her death. Investigators continue to review available evidence, including surveillance footage and potential witness accounts, as they work to piece together the events leading up to her disappearance.
Police have not released the cause of Foster’s death and have not indicated whether foul play is suspected. Officials emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing, and that all possibilities are still being considered. They noted that withholding certain details is standard procedure while evidence is evaluated and notifications to next of kin are completed.
During the early stages of the search, police released a general description of what Foster was wearing at the time she was last seen in an effort to generate tips from the public. She was reportedly dressed casually, wearing layered clothing and jeans. Surveillance images showing her final known movements were also shared to assist in locating her.
The case has drawn significant attention from community members, many of whom followed developments closely after Foster was reported missing. Law enforcement officials acknowledged the public’s concern and support, noting that community awareness can play an important role in missing person investigations. However, they cautioned residents against speculation and urged the public to rely only on verified information released by authorities.
Police have asked for patience as the investigation continues and said additional information will be shared once confirmed details become available. At this time, no timeline has been provided for further updates.
As the Lenexa community processes this tragic outcome, authorities continue their work to determine the circumstances surrounding Amber J. Foster’s death and to provide answers to her loved ones.