GATESVILLE – The Gates County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Southampton County Sheriff’s Office and Virginia State Police, are investigating a missing person.
Virgie Marie Rodriguez, 57 years old, was last seen on March 16, 2026, in the Franklin, Virginia area. She is believed to be traveling to Suffolk, Virginia, or Gates County, North Carolina.
Rodriguez is described as a white female with long dark hair. Anyone who may have seen her or has information regarding her whereabouts is urged to come forward.
Residents in the Suffolk, VA and Gates County, NC areas are encouraged to check any home
surveillance systems, including Ring cameras or other security cameras, for any footage that
may show Rodriguez or her movements on or after March 16, 2026. Even small details may be helpful.
Time is critical in missing person cases, and even the smallest detail may help locate her safely.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Gates County Sheriff’s Office at (252) 357-0210.
