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The Lewisville Police Department has officially canceled the Amber Alert that was issued late Saturday night for Emerie Metcalf, a missing 13-year-old girl with both physical and mental disabilities. The alert had sparked widespread concern throughout the Lewisville, Texas community and surrounding areas, as authorities worked urgently to locate her and ensure her safe return.
According to police reports, Emerie was last seen around 11:35 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, in the 1200 block of South State Highway in Lewisville. Authorities stated that at the time of her disappearance, she was reportedly seen with an individual identified as a suspect in the case. The nature of this individual’s relationship to Emerie, as well as their intentions, has not yet been disclosed by law enforcement. Police swiftly issued the Amber Alert, citing the child’s vulnerable status due to her disabilities and the potential threat to her safety.
Throughout the night, law enforcement agencies coordinated efforts to locate Emerie, utilizing both local resources and assistance from state authorities. Community members also played a critical role, sharing the Amber Alert details widely across social media platforms and keeping a vigilant eye out for any sign of the young girl. The alert described Emerie’s appearance and last known whereabouts in an effort to gather any leads from the public.
Fortunately, at approximately 6:30 a.m. on Sunday morning, Lewisville Police confirmed that Emerie Metcalf had been located safely and was in the process of being reunited with her family. Specific details on where or how she was found have not been released at this time, likely due to the ongoing nature of the investigation. Authorities have assured the public, however, that Emerie is now safe and receiving the care and support she needs following the frightening ordeal.
While the immediate threat has been resolved and Emerie has been returned home, police emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, the identity and potential motives of the suspect involved, and whether any criminal charges may be warranted. At this time, no arrests have been announced in connection with the case.
Emerie’s disappearance and the subsequent Amber Alert sparked concern not only because of her age but also due to her known physical and mental disabilities, which may have left her particularly vulnerable in unfamiliar or dangerous situations. The successful outcome — her safe recovery — has been met with relief from her family, local residents, and law enforcement alike.
The Lewisville Police Department has thanked the public for their vigilance and cooperation during the search and has encouraged anyone with information related to the case to come forward. Authorities are committed to thoroughly understanding how this incident unfolded to ensure justice is served and to protect others from similar situations in the future.
As of now, Emerie Metcalf is safe with her loved ones, and the community is grateful for her safe return.
