Chanel Maya Banks, a 36-year-old actress known for her roles in fan-favorite dramas such as Gossip Girl and Blue Bloods, has reportedly gone missing. As such, her family members are actively conducting an extensive search hunt with help from the LAPD. But what actually happened to her?
Here are all the available details regarding Banks’ recent and unexplained disappearance.
Chanel Banks reported missing by family, claims report
As conveyed by her clan members, Chanel Maya Banks, who resides in the Playa Vista area, has not responded to their contact since October 30, causing the family to conclude that Banks is missing. In response, local officials checked up on her home, only to find no signs of the actress.
The Gossip Girl star has been living in Los Angeles for some time alongside her husband, who she married a year ago. According to the family, authorities found Banks’ belongings, as well as her dog, to be intact at her home despite her absence. In addition, the statements shared by Chanel Banks’ cousin, Danielle-Tori Singh, heavily support the theory that the actress has gone missing.
While talking to ABC7 Eyewitness News, Singh admitted that Banks rarely maintains complete radio with her. “Five days without hearing from my cousin is red flags and alarm bells,” she expressed. “She doesn’t go more than 48 hours without speaking to me or her mom. That girl is more like a big sister to me.”
In order to assist with Chanel Banks’ missing case, Singh has started to send out flyers in the actress’ neighborhood. However, Banks’ husband has been much less of a help and has instead attempted to hinder the ongoing investigation, as per Singh. “He’s not willing to help LAPD. He’s not willing to help me or her mom find her. He is removing flyers off of posts and cars,” Banks’ cousin explained.
Aside from distributing flyers and indulging in a hunt, Chanel Banks’ family has also launched a GoFundMe page to solve her missing case. Moreover, they have also reportedly hired the services of a private investigator due to the supposed disinterest showcased by the LAPD. Despite their efforts, there has been no update on Banks’ position as of now.
