Law enforcement authorities are currently on the lookout for a respected British journalist who has gone missing in Brazil. Charlotte Peet, a 32-year-old freelance reporter with an extensive portfolio having contributed to renowned publications such as The Times, The London Standard, and The Telegraph, has been unaccounted for for close to two weeks. The last communication received from her was on February 8th, when she informed a friend of her whereabouts in Sao Paulo and her intended journey to Rio de Janeiro. Growing increasingly worried after days without contact, her family and friends raised the alarm and alerted the Brazilian authorities, who have since confirmed the commencement of an investigation into her disappearance.
In an effort to intensify the search, the Brazilian Foreign Press Association issued a statement on Tuesday expressing their apprehension regarding Peet’s vanishing. Edmar Figueiredo, the association’s president, voiced the collective concern, stating, “The Brazilian Foreign Press Association (ACIE) wishes to convey its deep concern regarding the disappearance of the 32-year-old British journalist Charlotte Alice Peet and extend solidarity to her loved ones.” Due to her prior interactions with some members of the association, the ACIE urged the relevant officials to escalate their efforts to locate the missing journalist promptly.
A spokesperson from the Foreign Office shared, “We are providing support to the family of a British woman who has been reported missing in Brazil and are liaising with the local authorities.” Peet’s academic background includes a degree in philosophy from the University of Bristol followed by a master’s in journalism from City University, according to details on her LinkedIn profile. With nine years of experience as a freelance journalist, she had previously resided in Brazil where she contributed to the Rio Times. After a brief return to London, she relocated to South America in November 2024.
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