Arielle Valdes, 21-Year-Old Missing Fort Myers Woman, Found after 5-Day Search

Hergert wrote, “In the even that Arielle is found without a tip. The reward money will go to her care [sic].” Currently, Joseph Sowels, who organized the fundraising, stated that they are holding off on making any decisions regarding the funds that have been generously donated.

Sowels will wait for Valdes’s family to decide the best way to use these contributions. He also grieved with family, saying “We are heartbroken about Arielle’s passing. Please join us in giving Arielle’s family the time and space they need to grieve and process this unimaginable loss.”