Gossip Girl Star Chanel Maya Banks Missing for Two Weeks Amid Family's Pleas for Help
Chanel Maya Banks, a 36-year-old actress known for her role in *Gossip Girl*, has been missing in Los Angeles for two weeks, prompting her family to search for her. Despite their efforts, her husband reportedly refuses to cooperate with police, claiming she does not want to be found. Banks’ belongings remain in her apartment, but her phone and laptop are missing. The family expresses deep concern, stating she wouldn’t vanish without informing them. Police have conducted multiple welfare checks without any success in locating her.
The family of actress Chanel Maya Banks is urgently seeking information regarding her disappearance in Los Angeles two weeks ago. They have raised concerns about her husband's lack of cooperation with law enforcement in the ongoing investigation.
Chanel Banks mysteriously disappears amid family concerns
Actress Chanel Maya Banks, age 36, known for her role as Sawyer Bennett on the third season of Gossip Girl, has been missing for two weeks. The family has traveled to Southern California to assist in the search after her husband allegedly claimed that she did not want to be found. Banks had been residing with her husband in Playa Vista prior to her disappearance, with communication from her ceasing unexpectedly.
Family raises alarm after loss of contact
Chanel's cousin, Danielle-Tori Singh, expressed deep concern after not hearing from her cousin for five days, stating it was unusual for Chanel to remain silent for such an extended period. Danielle mentioned that their last communication occurred via text on October 30. In response to the alarming absence of contact, family members began distributing flyers in the local area, despite facing challenges due to the husband's alleged uncooperativeness.
Police involvement continues with multiple welfare checks
The Los Angeles Police Department has initiated an investigation and conducted four wellness checks at Banks' residence so far this month, but she has not been present during any of these visits. Banks' family has expressed their growing anxiety as they uncover unsettling details, including that her dog and car remained in the apartment while her phone and laptop were missing. Danielle has argued that her cousin would never disappear without informing loved ones.
Concerns grow over husband's cooperation
In an emotional plea, Danielle revealed that the family's attempts to communicate with Banks' husband have been met with resistance. He has allegedly removed search flyers and refused to help law enforcement in locating her. Police noted that while her husband has injuries that were not present during earlier welfare checks, they currently do not suspect foul play and stated that he has not committed any crime by withholding information.
Fundraising efforts launched to support investigation
In light of the situation and the expenses involved in engaging a private investigator, a GoFundMe campaign has been created to raise funds. With a goal of $20,000, the campaign aims to assist the family as they continue their search efforts in Los Angeles. As of now, around $3,000 has been raised. The family has implored the public for support, emphasizing that Banks would never leave without informing them first.
