On 02/25/2026, a missing person report was filed on Brandi Nicole Dotson, also known as Brandi Nichara.
Brandi was last seen by one friend during the last week of December 2025 in the Big Chimney area. Another friend reported seeing her on January 11, 2026 at the 7-11 Convenience Store on Roxalana Road in Dunbar.
She is described as 5'2" tall, approximately 100 pounds, with brown curly hair that is sometimes tinted red.
Brandi is homeless and is believed to struggle with substance abuse. Due to the circumstances of this case, investigators believe she may be in danger.
If you have any information that could help us locate her, please contact Detective Burks with The Kanawha County Sheriff's Office KCSO CASE # 2026-00005955 or (304) 357-0169, (304) 357-0556.
Brandi Nicole Dotson has tattoos on her legs that appear to be homemade.