A Mother's Love and Legacy

Aussie Antionette Binford was more than a name on a missing person's report; she was a devoted mother, sister, and grandmother. Born on September 30, 1957, Aussie's life was deeply intertwined with her family, especially her only daughter, Patricia Williams. As a single mother, she worked tirelessly to provide for her child, embodying strength and resilience. Her sister, Fernanda Sayles, reminisces about Aussie's loyalty and commitment to her loved ones, painting a picture of a woman who was the glue holding her family together. 

The Fateful Thanksgiving Morning

Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1993, began like any other for the Binford family. They gathered at a relative's home near 21st Avenue and Campbell Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona, to celebrate the holiday. At approximately 6:00 a.m., Aussie stepped out, assuring her family, "Don't y'all eat without me, I'll be right back." She was last seen entering a small white two-door vehicle with an unidentified Caucasian male. This brief departure turned into a lifelong ordeal for her family, as Aussie never returned. ...Read More