UPDATE: According to the Abilene Police Department was found safe this morning and thanked the public for their help in this case.

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A 13-year-old girl out of Abilene is missing, and as a parent, or even just a human being, you can’t help but feel that gut punch. You try to imagine what her family is going through… and honestly, you can’t. It’s the kind of nightmare nobody should ever have to live.

What We Know About Amy Lewis

13-year-old Amy Lewis has been reported missing from Abilene, Texas. She was last seen wearing a blue dress and carrying a brown purse.

So far, that’s all of the information that was given, which makes this even more unsettling. If you have any information about Amy or where she might be, call 911 immediately. Don’t wait. Don’t second-guess it. Even the smallest detail could be the one that brings her home.

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Missing Children in Texas: What the Numbers Show

According to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, Texas regularly reports one of the highest volumes of missing child cases in the country. The good news? Many of those kids are located safely, but every minute matters when one goes missing.

  • Texas consistently ranks among the states with the most missing child reports
  • Many cases are resolved, but urgency plays a huge role in outcomes
  • The first 24 to 48 hours are often the most critical in locating a missing child

That’s why situations like this need our attention...and fast!

How You Can Help Right Now

This is where Abilene and all of Texas can step up in a big way.

  • Share Amy’s information across your social media
  • Mention it to friends, family, and coworkers
  • Stay aware of your surroundings when you’re out

We’ve all seen posts like this and kept scrolling. This isn’t one of those times. There’s a family out there waiting, hoping, and hurting. Let’s help bring their daughter home.

If you have any information, call 911 immediately.

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