Missing Person Investigation – Aili-Drew Tulppo
DELTA TWP, Mich. — September 11, 2025 — The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that Aili-Drew Tulppo, a 19-year-old reported missing earlier this month, has been found deceased.
Tulppo was last seen on September 3, 2025, in the area of Appletree Lane and Willow Highway. For more than a week, her disappearance prompted concern from both investigators and community members who followed developments closely, hoping for her safe return.
On September 11th, detectives located Tulppo during the course of their investigation. While the circumstances of her death remain under review, authorities have stated that foul play is not suspected at this time. The Sheriff’s Office has not released additional details, citing the sensitivity of the case and the privacy of her loved ones.
The announcement of her passing has left the Delta Township community in shock and sorrow. Family, friends, and neighbors who had rallied together during the search are now mourning the tragic loss of a young woman whose life was cut short far too soon.
In their statement, the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office extended sincere condolences to Aili-Drew’s family and friends:
“We ask the community to respect their privacy as they grieve this tragic loss.”
Local residents have expressed their support and sympathy for the Tulppo family, with many taking to community boards and social media to share condolences, prayers, and words of comfort. For many, Aili-Drew’s disappearance and death serve as a somber reminder of how fragile life can be and the importance of supporting one another in times of crisis.
As the investigation continues, officials emphasize that updates will be provided when appropriate. In the meantime, the focus remains on honoring Aili-Drew’s memory and giving her loved ones the space to navigate their grief.
Though her time on earth was brief, Aili-Drew Tulppo’s life touched those around her, and she will be remembered for the love and connections she shared. Her passing is a profound loss not only to her family and friends but to the wider community that came together in concern and compassion during her disappearance.
