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Grim update on search for Ashley Elkins of Michigan, who disappeared while grocery shopping

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The search for 30-year-old Michigan native Ashley Elkins, who disappeared nearly two weeks ago, took a horrifying turn when investigators began digging through the trash for any sign of her.

The search for Michigan native Ashley Elkins, who disappeared nearly two weeks ago, took a grisly turn when investigators began digging through the trash for any sign of her.

Elkins, a mother of two young boys, was last heard from on January 2 as she headed to a beauty salon.

Her family began searching for the 30-year-old, with suspicions falling on her ex-boyfriend, De’Andre Booker, who was later arrested.

However, as the search continued, investigators turned to Pine Tree Acres on Monday, where they sifted through the trash for six hours in hopes of finding any sign of the missing mother.

Police also seized a trash container from the apartments as part of the investigation.

Elkins’ uncle, Maurice Morton, told the story Fox News: ‘I know they’re looking for the body, so we’re a little nervous about that. Hoping that whatever they find, they’ll find it sooner rather than later.”

Her family said her disappearance was out of character. Her sister, Alexis Elkins, said, “She loves her family, her children. She would never just disappear for so many days.”

Family members were suspicious of Elkins’ ex-boyfriend Booker since she disappeared. According to the family, her phone last pinged near his apartment in Roseville, the outlet reported.

The search for 30-year-old Michigan native Ashley Elkins, who disappeared nearly two weeks ago, took a horrifying turn when investigators began digging through the trash for any sign of her.

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Her family said her disappearance was out of character. Her sister, Alexis Elkins, said, “She loves her family, her children. She would never just disappear for so many days’

However, as the search continued, investigators turned to Pine Tree Acres on Monday, where they sifted through the trash for six hours in hopes of finding any sign of the missing mother. Police also seized a waste container from the apartments as part of the investigation

However, as the search continued, investigators turned to Pine Tree Acres on Monday, where they sifted through the trash for six hours in hopes of finding any sign of the missing mother. Police also seized a trash container from the apartments as part of the investigation

“Her mother said several times, ‘He threw her in the trash,’” Morton said. “That’s disheartening.”

On January 7, police found Elkins’ car just a few miles from Booker’s apartment. His apartment was searched the same night and he was arrested the next day.

The 32-year-old was accused of lying to police after allegedly fleeing to Flint, where he sought the fastest routes to Ohio.

He is accused of planning to leave the state. His investigation, according to prosecutors, also included what to do while on the run, how to pass a polygraph test and whether blood is traceable, Fox News reported.

Additionally, he allegedly looked up how to delete his Google search history.

His bond was set at $250,000 cash on Thursday and is due in court on January 22 before a preliminary exam on January 29.

Elkins’ family has set up a GoFundMe to help her two sons.

“Ashley LaShay Elkins had big dreams for herself and her two sons,” the GoFundMe said. “Tragically, those dreams were cut short on January 2, 2025.”

Elkins' ex-boyfriend, 32-year-old De'Andre Booker, was arrested for allegedly lying to police and trying to flee the state. Elkins' family became suspicious of Booker after her disappearance, as they claim her phone last pinged near his apartment

Elkins’ ex-boyfriend, 32-year-old De’Andre Booker, was arrested for allegedly lying to police and trying to flee the state. Elkins’ family became suspicious of Booker after her disappearance, as they claim her phone last pinged near his apartment

“Ashley LaShay Elkins had big dreams for herself and her two sons,” the GoFundMe said. “Tragically, those dreams were cut short on January 2, 2025.”

“Ashley LaShay Elkins had big dreams for herself and her two sons,” the GoFundMe said. “Tragically, those dreams were cut short on January 2, 2025.”

‘Now, at just 10 and 7 years old, her boys face not only the loss of their beloved mother, but also uncertainty about their care and their future.

“We are doing everything we can to ensure they are well cared for and have the support and resources they need to continue to dream and achieve the future their mother envisioned for them.”

Her family told Fox News they believe she is dead.

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