WEKIWA SPRINGS, FL – Nearly three years after Paola Miranda Rosa vanished from Wekiwa Springs State Park, her family is seeking renewed attention on the unresolved case. Frustrated by what they perceive as insufficient efforts by local authorities, they are now pushing for federal involvement.
On December 17, 2021, Miranda Rosa, then 31, disappeared under puzzling circumstances. Her car was discovered within the sprawling 7,000-acre park, but the search that followed lasted only 72 hours. According to Cecilia Deleon, Miranda Rosa’s cousin, the investigation lacked thoroughness, with no fingerprinting of the vehicle or exploration of potential foul play.
Witnesses reported seeing Miranda Rosa barefoot, wandering through a swamp known for its alligator population. A video captured her navigating the marshy terrain, raising further questions about her state of mind and intentions that day. Personal belongings left in her car, including a phone, shoes, a cooler, and a vacuum she intended to return to her mother, suggest she had plans beyond her visit to the park.
These items, her family argues, indicate that Miranda Rosa did not intend to harm herself. They believe she had intentions to leave the park and resume her life. Her family describes her as a bright, creative, and humorous woman, a homeowner, and a dedicated paralegal. Contrary to some reports, her relatives emphasize that she never exhibited signs of mental illness.
Driven by a belief that Miranda Rosa is still alive, her family has launched a petition to involve the FBI in revisiting the investigation. They hope this will shed new light on her disappearance and bring her back safely.
The family’s determination underscores their conviction that she wouldn’t have disappeared willingly. They remember her as a devoted family member who would not easily sever ties with loved ones. As they await answers, their hope remains steadfast for her return.
Efforts to reach the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office for further comment were unsuccessful. The family, however, continues to advocate for justice and the truth about what happened to Paola Miranda Rosa.