Today (Wednesday, 29 October) marks what would have been Georgina Gharsallah’s 38th birthday – the eighth since she was reported missing from Worthing in March 2018.
Despite years of investigation, emotional family appeals, and widespread media coverage, Sussex Police say they still do not have the crucial piece of information that explains what happened to Georgina on the day she disappeared.
A £20,000 reward remains on offer via the independent charity Crimestoppers for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her disappearance.
Over the years, Sussex Police have made repeated public appeals around key dates, including:
A video appeal from Worthing by Detective Superintendent Andy Wolstenholme in 2020.
A 2021 appeal urging the public to help find “the missing piece of the puzzle.”
The release of additional CCTV footage from Clifton Road in 2024.
Detective Superintendent Wolstenholme said:
“Unfortunately, despite all the activity and rewards offered over the years, we are not receiving the information we need from the public to help us progress this investigation and find out what happened to Georgina.
“We may focus our appeals around significant dates like Georgina’s birthday and the anniversary of her disappearance, but our phone lines are open 24/7. We are always available to listen and receive any information you may have.
“Georgina deserves justice, and her family deserve answers and peace of mind in knowing what happened to her.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact police online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Pavo.
Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.
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