Leigh McAlister, a 37-year-old wife and mother from Lexington, South Carolina, is the subject of an ongoing missing person investigation in the metro Atlanta area.
Local authorities and her family have confirmed she was last seen on February 14, 2026, after traveling to Georgia for a planned event.
According to Cobb County Police, McAlister’s sport utility vehicle (SUV) was discovered abandoned at The Battery in Cobb County, a popular retail and entertainment district northwest of downtown Atlanta.
Her personal cell phone and wallet were found inside the vehicle, prompting growing concern from family and law enforcement.
Family members have publicly stated that she traveled to the Atlanta area, reportedly in connection with a church conference, and was seen at specific locations in the Buckhead area on the afternoon she disappeared.
Her husband, Rob McAlister, has provided details to news outlets about her last known movements.
The Cobb County Police Major Crimes Unit is actively investigating the case, working to determine McAlister’s whereabouts and whether any foul play may be involved.
While community posts and informal reports indicate the discovery of her belongings, there has been no official statement confirming a sighting or other evidence beyond the abandoned vehicle and personal items.
Neighbors and residents in Cobb County have shared information on local forums asking others to be vigilant for McAlister or her vehicle, underscoring community concern.
At this stage, authorities have not released additional details about persons of interest, specific search areas, or planned investigative steps.
Family members and police urge anyone with verifiable information about her whereabouts to contact local law enforcement directly.
McAlister’s case remains open, with efforts ongoing to locate her and understand the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
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