The search for 15-year-old Dahlia Creek has come to a hopeful end. According to a 4:50 p.m. update from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Dahlia has reportedly been found.
While details about her condition or location have not yet been released, officials have confirmed that she has been located. This development brings relief to both her family and the Brownwood community, who have been on edge since her disappearance earlier this week.
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Earlier Wednesday, the Brownwood Police Department issued an urgent plea to the public, seeking help in locating Dahlia Creek, a missing teenager believed to be in extreme danger. The 15-year-old was last seen in the morning hours of July 9, prompting concern from family members and authorities alike.
Dahlia was described as being 5 feet, 2 inches tall and weighing approximately 150 pounds. Authorities believed she may have left the Brownwood area in a light-colored Mercury or Ford sedan, possibly under suspicious circumstances.
Investigators indicated that she was thought to be traveling with a white male in his 30s, who has brown or red hair. The nature of their relationship or how they came into contact was not immediately clear.
While a license plate number was not provided, police released a reference image of a similar vehicle, urging anyone who might have seen a matching car to come forward with information.
The possibility that Dahlia could have been lured or coerced out of the area raised serious concerns about her safety, prompting law enforcement to treat the situation with urgency.
In the hours following the initial report, local residents took to social media to share her photo and vehicle description, amplifying awareness and calling for community vigilance.
The quick spread of information likely played a role in the swift resolution, although officials have not confirmed whether public tips directly contributed to finding her.
The Brownwood Police Department has not yet disclosed further information about the circumstances under which Dahlia was found or whether any arrests have been made.
It remains unclear whether the man she was reportedly with is in custody or facing charges. Authorities are expected to release more information as the investigation continues.
For now, the focus shifts to ensuring Dahlia’s well-being and supporting her as she reunites with her family. Cases like this serve as a reminder of the importance of swift action, public awareness, and collaboration between law enforcement and the community.
Anyone with additional information related to the case is still encouraged to contact the Brownwood Police Department, as the investigation remains active.
