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Published on April 15, 2024
Urgent Search for Missing Teen Aylah McCullah in LaFollette, Campbell County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s HelpSource: Campbell County Sheriff’s Office

The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is urgently seeking the public's help in the search for a missing teenager, Aylah McCullah, who was last seen in the early hours of Sunday in LaFollette, Tennessee. The 15-year-old was reportedly last observed around 1 a.m. at 559 Fox Den Lane, said local authorities. According to reports by WATE, a statement from the sheriff’s office expressed concern that she may be attempting to make her way to Alabama.

Details of Aylah's appearance include being 5′7″ tall with a weight of about 110 pounds. She wears black eyeglasses and was last seen wearing a pink shirt, a tan jacket, and black Converse shoes. She is also known to have been carrying a purple backpack, noted the WVLT report. Law enforcement officials are asking anyone with information to swiftly come forward to aid in locating the teen.

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office has provided a contact number for tips, urging anyone who knows of McCullah's whereabouts to call (423) 562-8095 or to dial 911 directly in case of an emergency. The community has been put on alert, and efforts are being concerted to ensure the safe return of the young girl. As the hours march on, the sense of urgency escalates among those involved in the search.

Community members have been quick to spread the word, sharing details of the teen's disappearance across social media platforms to reach anyone who might have seen her or knows where to find her. "Officers say she may be headed to Alabama," reported 3B Media News.