BRAZOS COUNTY, TX — A massive search is underway for 53-year-old Nicole “Nikki” Winder, who disappeared on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The Brazos County Sheriff's Office has expressed grave concern for her safety, stating they believe she may be in "danger of death or serious bodily injury."
In a chilling development, Winder's vehicle—a white 2025 Chevy truck with black rims—was discovered on fire in a rural area of Brazos County just over an hour after she was last seen. Investigators have confirmed they believe the vehicle fire was the result of arson.
Timeline of Disappearance
Last Seen: Wednesday, Feb. 25, at approximately 3:00 p.m. in the 19000 block of FM 974 in Brazos County.
The Discovery: Around 4:15 p.m. that same day, her truck was found burning roughly two miles away from where she was last spotted.
The Search: A CLEAR Alert (Coordinated Law Enforcement Alert Response) was issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety on February 26 to mobilize statewide resources.
Description of Nikki Winder
Height/Weight: 5'7", approx. 130 lbs.
Physical Features: Blonde hair and green eyes.
Last Seen Wearing: A dark grey t-shirt and pink pants.
How the Public Can Help The Sheriff's Office is making an urgent plea to residents and property owners in the vicinity of FM 974. They are asking anyone with security cameras or game cameras to review footage captured between 3:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25. Specifically, they are looking for any sightings of Winder’s white Chevy truck or any suspicious vehicles traveling in the area during that window.
Anyone with information regarding Nikki Winder’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office at (979) 361-4900 or call 911 immediately.