Atlanta mother vanished in 2003: family seeks answers

Dymashal Cullins, a 32-year-old real estate loan officer and mother of five, vanished in August 2003 after a day of errands and dinner with a friend in Atlanta. Her last known communication was a phone call to her estranged husband, indicating she would return home shortly. However, after that night, she was never seen again, leading her family to fear the worst as weeks passed without any sign of her. Her son, Kobe, recalls a strange energy surrounding her on that day, which heightened his concern when her birthday came and went without any contact. Over the years, Dymashal's family has been vocal about their dissatisfaction with the police investigation, feeling that many leads were not thoroughly pursued. They have actively sought information by distributing flyers in their community, hoping someone might have crucial details about her disappearance. Viola, Dymashal's mother, has expressed her frustration with the police's lack of urgency, feeling that her daughter's case was treated as just another missing person report. Recently, the Atlanta police department announced that Dymashal's case would be reopened, assigning a new investigator to the matter. This development has reignited hope within her family, who continue to advocate for answers regarding her fate. They remain committed to finding Dymashal, believing that with renewed attention, they may finally uncover the truth. The case highlights broader issues regarding the treatment of missing persons, particularly among minority communities, as noted by the Black and Missing Foundation. The disparity in media coverage and police response can often leave families feeling abandoned in their search for loved ones. Dymashal's family hopes that the renewed investigation will lead to justice and closure.