Sanpete County seeks help in locating missing 12-year-old girl

Sanpete County seeks help in locating missing 12-year-old girl
Sanpete County seeks help in locating missing 12-year-old girl
SANPETE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Sanpete County officials are seeking information about a missing juvenile.

According to the Sanpete County Sheriff’s Office, they are trying to find 12-year-old female Kaydence “Katie” Rye. Reportedly, Kaydence was last seen in Sanpete County.

Kaydence was also last seen wearing a black hoodie and black leggings. She may have traveled to surrounding counties and could be driving a white Ford F150 with the license plate E273KK.

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Photo of Kaydence Rye. Courtesy: Sanpete County Sheriff’s Office

Additionally, Sanpete County Sheriff’s Office noted that they have not issued an Amber Alert for Kaydence, because this case does not meet certain criteria. In order to issue an Amber Alert, the following criteria must be met:

  • Law enforcement believes a child or children have been abducted
  • The child or children are 17 years old or younger
  • Law enforcement believes the victim(s) face imminent danger of serious bodily injury or death
  • There is information that could assist the public in the safe recovery of the victim or apprehension of a suspect

Law enforcement is asking that anyone with information about Kaydence’s whereabouts or the vehicle call Sanpete County Dispatch at 435-835-2345 or their local law enforcement.

What should you do if someone goes missing?

The first thing to do is call local law enforcement and report the case. Utah officials say there is no required waiting period to report a missing person. In an emergency, call 911.

When working with local law enforcement, it is recommended one shares as much information as possible about the missing person, including but not limited to:

  • Full name or nicknames.
  • Recent photos.
  • Date of birth and age at the time they disappeared.
  • Gender/sex.
  • Detailed physical description (including unique scars or tattoos).
  • Date of disappearance.
  • Medical conditions.
  • Last known location.
  • Social media accounts.

Utah officials also suggest taking notes on interactions with law enforcement to keep track of details such as officer names, dates and times of interactions, the case number and what the officers say.

Resources for Missing Persons

The Utah Department of Public Safety has a page on its website with resources for missing persons, and you can view missing persons on the website as well.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children also has resources for what to do if your child is missing.

Here is a list of hotlines and resources from a 2021 guidebook by the US Department of Justice:

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