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Woman missing out of Wilson County found safe
By Tony Garcia at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
LEBANON, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reported that the woman missing out of Wilson County was located less than an hour after their alert was sent out.The TBI and the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office had been looking for 44-year-old Christina Paine, who was reported missing...
Key takeaway The TBI and the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office had been looking for 44-year-old Christina Paine, who was reported missing from Lebanon on Wednesday morning.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The swift resolution to the search for Christina Paine is a testament to the effectiveness of the Silver Alert system in Tennessee. By issuing an alert due to Paine's reported medical condition, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Wilson County Sheriff's Office were able to quickly disseminate critical information to the public, ultimately leading to her safe return. This case highlights the importance of community involvement in public safety efforts, as the alerts rely on the public's help in locating missing individuals. The fact that Paine was found less than an hour after the alert was issued demonstrates the power of rapid communication and coordination between law enforcement agencies and the community. As the city of Lebanon and surrounding Wilson County continue to grow, it is reassuring to see that local law enforcement is leveraging resources like the Silver Alert system to protect vulnerable members of the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LEBANON, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reported that the woman missing out of Wilson County was located less than an hour after their alert was sent out.The TBI and the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office had been looking for 44-year-old Christina Paine, who was reported missing...
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