The 2024 disappearance of a California mom of four is now being investigated as a homicide, according to authorities. 

Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain’s family reported her missing from her home in Anderson on May 22, 2024, after they last heard from her on May 18 of that year.

“Since the initial investigation, Detectives have worked tirelessly to locate Nikki and to determine the events leading to her disappearance,” the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office said in a March 14 press release. “Detectives have served numerous search warrants, including a prior search warrant at Nikki’s residence. Furthermore, Detectives have interviewed family members, friends and acquaintances of Nikki, including citizens who have reported information about her disappearance.”

On March 14, detectives and agents with the Department of Homeland Security (HSI) and FBI served a warrant at Saelee-McCain’s Anderson home. 

Officials are asking anyone with information about Saelee-McCain’s disappearance and death to contact the Major Crimes Unit by email at MCU@shastacounty.gov or at 530-245-6135.