Montgomery County authorities and the Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons are asking the public for help locating a 33-year-old woman who has been missing since late May.
Taylor Nicole Brown was last seen on May 28, 2026, at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the 11800 block of Healing Way in Silver Spring, Maryland.
She was wearing a dark red top and blue jeans at the time of her disappearance. Brown is described as a Black female standing 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing 375 pounds.
A Non-Vehicle Purple Alert has been issued through the Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons.
The Purple Alert system in Maryland is specifically designed for missing adults who may have a cognitive impairment or developmental disability, signaling that investigators believe Taylor may need additional care and support.
Authorities are urging the public to take the alert seriously and act quickly if they believe they have spotted her.
What the Public Should Know
Anyone who sees Taylor Nicole Brown is asked to approach her calmly, slowly, and in a reassuring manner.
Officials stress that a patient and non-threatening approach can make a significant difference in how the interaction unfolds, and that emergency services should be contacted immediately rather than attempting to detain or redirect her independently. Even a brief and gentle exchange could help keep her safe until help arrives.
Investigators believe that members of the public may hold key details without realizing it. Taylor may have been seen walking through a neighborhood, near a local business, at a bus stop, or in another area where her presence did not immediately seem unusual.
People who were out in the Silver Spring area on the evening of May 28 are being encouraged to think back on anyone they may have noticed and to report even small or seemingly insignificant observations to police.
Family and Authorities Await Answers
Taylor’s family has been waiting for answers since her disappearance, and every passing day adds to the urgency of the search.
Missing persons cases involving individuals who may require additional support carry added risk the longer the person remains unaccounted for, which is precisely why the Purple Alert system exists and why investigators are pressing hard for tips.
The Montgomery County Police Department is leading the investigation and is asking anyone with information about Taylor’s whereabouts to call 240-773-6200. If Taylor is spotted in person, callers should dial 911 immediately.
Taylor Nicole Brown has been added to the Missing Persons in America database, which is described as the largest interactive missing persons database in the country.
Her full profile can be found at missingpeopleinamerica.org. Advocates are also asking community members to share the alert across social media platforms, as wider visibility has historically helped bring missing individuals home faster.
If you were in the Silver Spring area on the evening of May 28, 2026, or have seen a woman matching Taylor’s description in the days since, do not hesitate to reach out to authorities.
Tips can be provided anonymously, and every piece of information, no matter how minor it may seem, could prove valuable to investigators working to bring Taylor Nicole Brown home safely.
