TX TX - Nicole "Nikki" Winder, 53, Endangered, seen 3pm 19000 blk FM 974, truck found on fire 1 hr later in same area, Bryan, 25 Feb 2026 *Clear Alert*

[Unalienable Rights]

https://people.com/texas-woman-missing-truck-torched-11916203

• Nicole “Nikki” Winder, 53, was last seen around 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25
• Winder's white 2025 Chevy truck with black rims was found burning about two miles away — just over an hour later
• “Authorities believe Nikki may be in danger of death or serious bodily injury, and her whereabouts are currently unknown,” the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office said

https://www.facebook.com/BrazosCountySheriff/posts/pfbid0ZWh49GQEd3pXv356K4MfKuMtdFCRxWsrBZDXo642jP9cuSxDuKFuFi7Vr8n1JsrYl

UPDATE: Brazos County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Missing Endangered Person

The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office has continued searching for Nicole “Nikki” Winder. At this time, she has not been located. Nikki was last seen at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in the 19000 block of FM 974 in Brazos County, Texas. At approximately 4:00 p.m., a vehicle on fire was located in the same area and was later confirmed to be Nikki’s vehicle—a white 2025 Chevy truck with black rims. Investigators believe the vehicle fire was the result of arson.

The Sheriff’s Office is asking residents in the area to review any available security or game camera footage for a vehicle matching this description traveling in the area between 3:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. on February 25, 2026. Anyone with relevant footage or information is urged to contact the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office immediately.
Original Media Release:

The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Nicole “Nikki” Winder, a 53-year-old white female. Nikki is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, approximately 130 pounds, with green eyes and blond hair.

She was last seen wearing a dark grey shirt and pink pants. Authorities believe Nikki may be in danger of death or serious bodily injury, and her whereabouts are currently unknown.
Anyone with information regarding Nikki Winder’s location is urged to contact their local law enforcement agency or the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office at (979) 361-4900.
Media inquiries regarding this case may be directed to Deputy Nathan Dennis at the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office.

https://twitter.com/x/status/2027278973563023799

MISSING ADULT ALERT CONTINUES: initially issued 02/26/2026 for Nicole Winder from Bryan, TX

 

[imstilla.grandma]

At approximately 4:00 p.m., a vehicle on fire was located in the same area and was later confirmed to be Nikki’s white 2025 Chevy truck with black rims. Investigators believe the vehicle fire was the result of arson.

The Sheriff’s Office is asking residents in the area to review any available security or game camera footage for a vehicle matching this description traveling in the area between 3:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. on February 25, 2026

Missing woman’s pickup truck found torched in Northeast Brazos County

Deputies say she was last seen on Wednesday afternoon along Tabor Road near Highway 21.

www.kbtx.com

Nikki had been undergoing chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer over the past two years and was living with her mother

Missing & Murdered: Seeking Justice

SPECIAL REQUEST MISSING ALERT | BRAZOS COUNTY, TX: Nicole, “Nikki” Winder, 53 An urgent search is underway in Brazos County after 53-year-old Nicole “Nikki” Winder vanished — and her vehicle was...

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[Lisbeth_S]

Do we know why specifically they think she is in danger? Is it just because of the truck being torched or is there more to the story?
It's not making a lot of sense as it is...

 

[Knox]

Nikki's FB Page - Facebook

Area last seen Google Maps

 

[Deepinthought52]

Has anyone seen any msm articles on relationship status? Or where she was headed or came from?

 

[AddysMom7610]

Has anyone seen any msm articles on relationship status? Or where she was headed or came from?

She was coming from her friends house just down the road. She also just got out of a possible abusive relationship but there is no indication that that is related.

 

[Knox]

She was coming from her friends house just down the road. She also just got out of a possible abusive relationship but there is no indication that that is related.

I'd say the odds are pretty high it is, though I understand your caution in making that statement. Hope I'm very, very, wrong.

 

[truthfinder2019]

“Authorities believe Nikki may be in danger of death or serious bodily injury, and her whereabouts are currently unknown,” the sheriff’s office said.

Nicole “Nikki” Winder, 53, was last seen around 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25 in the 19000 block of FM 974 in Brazos County.

Just over one hour later, her white 2025 Chevy truck with black rims was found burning about two miles away.

https://people.com/texas-woman-missing-truck-torched-11916203

Someone must have seen or heard sth

 

[Ann-Tx]

Brazos County Sheriff’s Office continues coordinated search for Nicole Winder​

KBTX (CBS) - Bryan, TX --- Published: Mar. 1, 2026 at 7:09 PM CST

BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) - The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office continues its intensive search for Nicole “Nikki” Winder, who disappeared on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

Search Efforts Intensify Across Multiple Agencies​

Since Winder was reported missing, search teams have been deployed every day in a coordinated effort involving multiple local, state, and federal agencies. The search has expanded across numerous large properties along FM 974, stretching from Highway 21 to Macey Road, with investigators and search personnel continuing to pursue leads and thoroughly search areas in hopes of locating her.

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Brazos County Sheriff’s Office continues coordinated search for Nicole Winder

The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office continues its intensive search for Nicole “Nikki” Winder, who disappeared on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

www.kbtx.com

 

[GraceG]

A very minor speeding ticket last year listed her with an address in College Station. Brezos county shows that as her "current" address. The property is a small mobile home on a rural lot (fairly isolated). Brazos County Judicial Records Search

 

[aggiekel2005]

Just here to point out that this is local to me, so if anyone has questions about the area let me know. I don't know this woman personally, but I am following msm etc.

 

[Knox]

The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office sent KBTX a statement just before 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday:

The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office is providing this update regarding the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole “Nikki” Winder. Prior media releases have been condensed to present a clear and chronological timeline of events.

On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, just after 4:00 p.m., the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office and the fire department responded to a possible fire call on FM 974, just north of Highway 21. Upon arrival, personnel located a vehicle on fire parked on an oil pad site. The vehicle was later confirmed to belong to Nicole “Nikki” Winder.

Deputies and investigators immediately began efforts to contact Nikki. During the course of the investigation, it was determined that she had last been seen around 3:00 p.m. that same day in the 19000 block of FM 974, leaving a residence where she was employed.

After speaking with family members and friends and determining there was concern for her safety, an alert was initiated with our partners at Amber Alert Network Brazos Valley, followed by the issuance of a CLEAR Alert for Ms. Winder.

In the days that followed, coordinated search operations were conducted. Both the property where Nikki was last seen and the property where the vehicle was recovered have been extensively searched utilizing K-9 teams, drones, and the Texas Department of Public Safety Air Support Unit, along with assistance from the Search Dog Network, Texas Search and Rescue, and other supporting agencies.

We continue to ask residents in the area of FM 974 — particularly between Highway 21 and Macey Road — to review any available security or game camera footage from February 25, 2026. Anyone who observes Nikki’s vehicle, described as a white 2025 Chevy truck with black rims, or who has information regarding her whereabouts is urged to contact the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office at (979) 361-4900.

Although those locations have been thoroughly searched, the investigation and search efforts remain active and ongoing. We are expanding our search areas and continuing to pursue all leads as they are received. Resources with the Search Dog Network and Texas Search and Rescue remain available and will be deployed as needed as the investigation progresses.

Our priority remains locating Nikki and ensuring a thorough and complete investigation. We are deeply grateful for the support from our partner agencies and the community. The continued tips, assistance, and encouragement mean a great deal to Nikki’s family and to everyone working this case. Please know that we remain fully committed to this investigation and will continue following every lead until Nikki is located.

Deputy Nathan Dennis, Public Information Officer with the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office

Brazos County Sheriff’s Office expands search for Nicole “Nikki” Winder, 7 days after she vanished

Most of the search since Winder was reported missing on Wednesday, Feb. 25, focused on properties along FM 974 near Aggieland Safari.

www.kbtx.com

 

[Ann-Tx]

Below this article, on KBTX (CBS) - Bryan, TX is a Timeline of the disappearance of Nicole Winder. Scroll down on KBTX's website. I copy & pasted info below but please click on the article and scroll down.

Brazos County Sheriff’s Office expands search for Nicole “Nikki” Winder, 7 days after she vanished​

KBTX (CBS) - Bryan, TX --- Published: Mar. 3, 2026 at 6:57 PM CST

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Active Investigation

Nicole “Nikki” Winder Disappearance Timeline​

Brazos County, Texas · Case Timeline

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 · Approx. 3:00 p.m.
Nikki Last Seen

Nicole "Nikki" Winder, 53, was last seen leaving a residence where she was employed in the 19000 block of FM 974 in Brazos County.

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 · Just After 4:00 p.m.
Arson
Vehicle Fire Reported on FM 974

The Brazos County Sheriff's Office and fire department responded to a fire call on FM 974, just north of Highway 21. A vehicle was found burning on an oil pad site and later confirmed to be Nikki's white 2025 Chevrolet truck with black rims. The fire was subsequently ruled arson.

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 · Evening
Alert Issued
CLEAR Alert Issued

After deputies spoke with family and friends and determined there was concern for Nikki's safety, an alert was initiated through the Amber Alert Network Brazos Valley. A statewide CLEAR Alert was subsequently issued for Ms. Winder.

Thursday, Feb. 26 – Sunday, Mar. 1, 2026
Search Operations
Multi-Agency Search Conducted

Coordinated search operations were conducted along FM 974 near Aggieland Safari. Teams deployed K-9 units, drones, boats, and the Texas Department of Public Safety Air Support Unit. The Search Dog Network and Texas Search and Rescue also assisted. Both the last-seen location and the vehicle recovery site were extensively searched.

Monday, Mar. 2, 2026
Search Expanding
Search Area Widens, New Leads Pursued

BCSO spokesperson Nathan Dennis announced the search is expanding into surrounding areas as investigators follow new leads. The FM 974 corridor has been searched extensively; efforts are now pushing into adjacent areas.

Tuesday, Mar. 3, 2026 · Approx. 6:30 p.m.
Official Update
BCSO Releases Official Case Timeline

The Brazos County Sheriff's Office issued a formal statement providing a condensed, chronological account of the investigation. Officials confirmed the search remains active and ongoing, with all leads being pursued. Nikki has not been located.

If You Have Information

Residents along FM 974 — between Highway 21 and Macey Road — are urged to review any security or game camera footage from February 25, 2026. If you have seen Nikki's white 2025 Chevrolet truck with black rims or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact authorities immediately.

(979) 361-4900
Brazos County Sheriff's Office

Source: Brazos County Sheriff's Office · Last updated: March 3, 2026

Brazos County Sheriff’s Office expands search for Nicole “Nikki” Winder, 7 days after she vanished

Most of the search since Winder was reported missing on Wednesday, Feb. 25, focused on properties along FM 974 near Aggieland Safari.

www.kbtx.com

 

[Ann-Tx]

The disappearance of Nicole ‘Nikki’ Winder: What we know​

KXAN (NBC) - Austin, TX
by: Matt McGovern
Posted: Mar 4, 2026 / 06:05 AM CST
Updated: Mar 4, 2026 / 06:05 AM CST

Click on Link below pic!

https://www.kxan.com/news/the-disappearance-of-nicole-nikki-winder-what-we-know/