This month is a particularly significant one for Vitória Barreto: it is her 31st birthday, but her first missing from home. Her search has also reached its 100th day milestone.
Vitória was last seen in Brightlingsea, Essex on Tuesday, 3rd March 2026.
Originally from Brazil, Vitória was visiting the UK to stay with a friend. Described by close friends as “vibrant”, “energetic”, and “always looking for challenges, connection and peace with people”, Vitória’s unexplained disappearance is completely out of character for her.
On the day when Vitória should have been back home celebrating with her friends, family, and colleagues, they have filmed a video to honour her, share good memories and appeal for her safe return home.
Whilst Vitória’s family wait desperately for answers back an ocean away, we continue to appeal for her on their behalf. If you think you have seen Vitoria, please come forward with your sighting. Alternatively, you can download her missing poster and share her appeal on social media. Find her web appeal here.
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