Girl reported missing from northeast Texas found

HENDERSON, Texas – Authorities have discontinued an Amber Alert for a missing toddler out of Henderson.

Officers with the Henderson Police Department said 2-year-old Ariel Smith had been reported missing Tuesday. Officials reported she was found around 1 p.m. Wednesday.

It was not immediately clear whether Ariel was found dead or alive. 

Authorities said 41-year-old Lamarcus Smith was connected to the abduction. They have not said whether or not he has been found. 

Lamarcus Smith is wanted in connection to the disappearance of Ariel Smith out of Henderson, Texas.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Henderson Police Department at 903-657-3512.


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