Texas authorities are searching for 53-year-old Nicole “Nikki” Winder after her white 2025 Chevy pickup was found burning about two miles from where she was last seen on Feb. 25. Investigators say the fire is believed to be arson and have asked residents to check security and game-camera footage from 3:00–4:15 p.m. that day. Winder, described as 5'7" and about 130 pounds with green eyes and blond hair, was last seen wearing a dark grey shirt and pink pants. Anyone with information should contact the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office at (979) 361-4900.
Texas Search Underway After 53-Year-Old Woman's Pickup Found Torched; Arson Suspected
Nicole WinderCredit: Brazos County Sheriff's Office
Authorities in Brazos County, Texas, are searching for 53-year-old Nicole “Nikki” Winder after her pickup truck was discovered burning in a rural area on Feb. 25.
Winder was last seen at about 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25, in the 19000 block of FM 974, according to a statement from the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office. Just over an hour later, deputies found her white 2025 Chevy pickup with black rims ablaze roughly two miles from where she was last seen.
“Investigators believe the vehicle fire was the result of arson,”
The sheriff’s office has urged local residents to review any available security or game-camera footage recorded between 3:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. on Feb. 25 to help establish Winder’s movements that afternoon. Officials have also warned the public that they believe Winder may be in danger.
missing person flierCredit: Brazos County Sheriff's Office
“Authorities believe Nikki may be in danger of death or serious bodily injury, and her whereabouts are currently unknown,” the sheriff’s office said.
Winder is described as approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and 130 pounds, with green eyes and blond hair. She was last seen wearing a dark grey shirt and pink pants.
Anyone with information about Winder’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office at (979) 361-4900 or their local law enforcement agency. Authorities ask that anyone who provides relevant camera footage note the time and location of the recording.
What to do if you have information:
- Check security, doorbell or game-camera footage from 3:00–4:15 p.m. on Feb. 25 and preserve any relevant video files.
- Do not attempt to approach anyone who looks suspicious; contact law enforcement immediately.
- Call the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office at (979) 361-4900 with tips or evidence.
The investigation remains active. Officials ask the public to share validated information and avoid spreading unverified speculation while investigators work to locate Winder and determine the circumstances of the vehicle fire.
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