MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A missing‑person alert that circulated quickly across Ocean County Thursday morning has ended with good news. The Manchester Township Police Department confirmed that 50‑year‑old Sarah Warner has been located safe and sound, shortly after issuing a public request for assistance.

Warner was last seen earlier in the day on September 24, 2026, in the area of Mayflower Court. Police initially reported that she was 5’4” and approximately 170 pounds, though no clothing description was available at the time.

Authorities noted that numerous investigative steps had already been taken before the alert was issued, but her whereabouts remained unknown until the update was released.

The department shared the following message to the community:

“UPDATE: Sarah has been located safe and sound. Thank you to everyone that shared the post and got the word out. Much appreciated!”

Community Reaction

The missing‑person alert spread rapidly across Facebook, prompting dozens of shares, comments, and expressions of concern. Many residents praised the quick response from police and the community’s willingness to mobilize.

Here are some of the public reactions:

• Erin Evans Samaritano: “I’m glad they are on this fast and not waiting 24-48 hours.”
• National Center for Missing and Endangered, Inc.: “We have shared and are following this missing person alert.”
• Jeanne Morris: “Why are there always so many missing people from Manchester?”
• Mickie Fisher Kaltenbacher: “They should check all the homes on that street… maybe she’s a caregiver and something medical could have happened.”
• Popi Tony: “How come we don’t get alerts on our phones anymore? We used to get alerts for missing people.”
• Dot Douglas Douglas: “Hope she is found safe.”
• Siobhan Jackson: “So many people go missing from Manchester the past few years. I wonder why.”
• SOS – Missing Persons: “We have shared this missing persons post in hopes it may help to find Sarah.”

The original alert was posted on the Manchester Township Police Department’s Facebook page: 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/ManchesterPolice

Police Thank the Community

Manchester Police expressed appreciation for the rapid sharing of information, which often plays a crucial role in locating missing individuals quickly.

Residents who may have additional information or concerns can contact the department at 732‑657‑6111.