Reward Increased to $6,000 for Information on Missing Florida Woman

LAKE CITY, Florida — Authorities have increased the reward for information leading to the whereabouts of a missing Columbia County woman.Martina Ratliff Lundy, a 61-year-old resident, was reported missing on June 18, 2024, by her granddaughter, who typically speaks with her multiple times a week. Lundy has not been seen or heard from since May 30, 2024. Despite extensive investigations and numerous leads, Columbia County Sheriff's Office detectives have yet to locate her.Due to the lack of communication with family and friends, Lundy is presumed to be endangered, according to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office. Crime Stoppers of Columbia County is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that leads to her whereabouts and the circumstances of her disappearance.In an effort to encourage public assistance, the Florida Sheriffs Association, in partnership with Sheriff Mark Hunter of Columbia County, has added an additional $5,000 reward through its Criminal Apprehension Assistance Program. This increased reward, totaling up to $6,000, is available for information provided before July 29, 2025.Anyone with information on this case who wishes to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers by calling the 24-hour tip line at 386-754-7099 or by submitting a web tip at www.columbiacrimestoppers.net . Tips can also be submitted via the P3 Tips or Florida Crime Stoppers mobile apps.*To be eligible for the reward, tips must be submitted to Crime Stoppers. Direct contacts with law enforcement will not qualify for the reward.