Huntsville, Alabama – The peaceful community of Huntsville is on edge as the search intensifies for a missing woman who is well-known and cherished by many. Chantrel Donegan, a regular presence at the Saint Bartley Primitive Baptist Church and beloved member of the Huntsville community, was reported missing earlier this week. Her family, friends, and local law enforcement have launched an extensive search, pleading for public assistance as they work to trace her last known whereabouts.
Chantrel was last seen attending the Sunday service at Saint Bartley Primitive Baptist Church, a place where she’s deeply involved and surrounded by friends and supporters. According to family members, she hasn’t been in contact with anyone since then, leaving those who know her both puzzled and deeply concerned. The news of her disappearance has rippled through Huntsville, igniting a collective urgency to find her safe and sound.
Her brother, Byron A. Donegan, took to social media to amplify the search efforts, sharing a heartfelt and emotional plea with the public. In his message, he expressed his disbelief at the situation and asked anyone with information to come forward. “Alright y’all, I never thought I would have to do this, but if anyone has seen or heard from my sister, Chantrél Donegan, please reach out and let me know. My mom said they haven’t seen or heard from her since Sunday at church. I just want to make sure she’s alright,” Byron wrote.
The Saint Bartley Primitive Baptist Church, where Chantrel has been a longstanding member, also issued a public appeal, urging members of the Huntsville community and surrounding areas to keep an eye out for any information regarding her whereabouts. The church’s message read: “Hello Huntsville, AL, and surrounding areas! One of our own members, whom we love dearly, is missing—Ms. Chantrél Donegan. We ask for your prayers for her safe return! If you have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact the Huntsville Police Department or reach out to her brother, Byron A. Donegan.”
The Huntsville Police Department is working closely with Chantrel’s family and friends to explore any leads that may point to her location. Officers have already initiated a series of inquiries, examining potential routes and locations where she may have traveled following the Sunday service. Law enforcement has been particularly attentive to any surveillance footage or eyewitness testimonies that might shed light on Chantrel’s last known movements. They are asking anyone who may have been in the vicinity of Saint Bartley Primitive Baptist Church on Sunday, or anyone who may have seen Chantrel afterward, to contact the department with even the smallest bit of information.
Chantrel Donegan, described as a compassionate and dedicated individual, has impacted many lives in the community. Her disappearance has struck a deep chord in Huntsville, as her family, church members, and friends band together, sharing her image and details in hopes of reuniting her with loved ones.
As days pass, the anxiety among her family and community grows. Searches have extended beyond immediate areas, with volunteers and church members joining local law enforcement in efforts to retrace Chantrel’s steps. Public safety officials are advising residents to remain vigilant, check security footage, and report any information that could be relevant to the investigation.
This disappearance serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of community involvement in times of crisis. Chantrel’s family continues to wait for answers, buoyed by the strength of their faith and the support of a community determined to bring her home.
Residents with any information are urged to contact the Huntsville Police Department directly, or reach out to Byron A. Donegan through the contact details shared by family members and church leaders. The Donegan family and the Huntsville community remain hopeful, bound by their collective love for Chantrel and their commitment to her safe return.
