Search continues for missing Sparta woman

Updated October 14, 2026

A Sparta woman who depends on medication and uses a walker due to partial paralysis has been missing for more than a week, raising serious concerns about her safety.

Nikkie Roberts Simmons, 42, was last seen October 6, 2026, at a residence located at 16 Swindell Street in Sparta. She is the subject of a critical missing-person case in White County.

According to information provided about her disappearance, Simmons reportedly left the residence on foot. However, she was using a walker at the time and left it behind, along with her cell phone and other personal belongings.

A family member describes Simmons' medical condition as fragile. She had recently been hospitalized for a serious infection that required surgery, including the removal of bone and the placement of pins. According to the family member, Simmons is partially paralyzed, needs a walker to walk, and depends on medication to survive.

Simmons is approximately 5 feet, 5 inches tall, with blue eyes. She will turn 43 on October 24.

The family has also indicated that Simmons may have headed toward Highway 84, although her whereabouts remain unknown.

Anyone who has seen Simmons or has information that could help locate her is asked to contact the White County Sheriff's Office at 931-836-2700 or the Sparta Police Department at 931-836-3734.