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AMBER Alert deactivated: Trixie Studer found safe
Authorities believe Trixie may be with a man she met online.
UPDATE: Trixie was found safe.
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We believe that Trixie Studer, who is 14-years-old, may be with a 14-year-old boy named Sam Smith, who was reported missing by the Anson County Sheriff’s Office in North Carolina on Thursday.
Sam left his home in Wadesboro, North Carolina, on foot and hasn’t been seen since.
We believe they met through an online gaming app and they have been corresponding for at least a month. Sam has left home before over a month ago in North Carolina in a stolen vehicle and was found then in Georgia and was returned home. He is now gone again.
Trixie deleted all of her social media accounts and reset her phone. We believe she ditched her phone somewhere in the Branch area in Franklin County.
We were able to recover some of her search history and she researched the price of bottled water and gas and researched about license plate readers used by police.
We believe this is why the silver SUV did not have a license plate. Also, when Sam ran away from home the first time a month ago, he removed the license plate from the stolen vehicle he was driving then.
Our agency and the Arkansas State Police are sharing information with the Anson County Sheriff’s Office in North Carolina.
Sam Smith is described as a black male, 14-years-old, 5′9″ and 120 pounds, with brown eyes and short black hair. He was last seen in North Carolina wearing blue jeans, a black jacket, and white and blue shoes.
Trixie Studer is described as 5’0 and 100 pounds, short blue hair, green eyes, wears pink glasses, and last seen wearing a brown and white t-shirt and black pants. She had a light blue backpack and a bag. She may have her cat with her which is black with brown spots.
We contacted the N Mart in Caulksville and they found video at N Mart from 8:10 am on Friday morning of what appears to be Sam Smith and the vehicle he is driving, which is a light silver Kia Sorento with black rims and a glass roof. Sam is wearing a gray hoodie. The vehicle was also seen later in the day in Paris.
Sam’s picture is included with this post and we also included another photo of Trixie. We also included some still shots from the N Mart.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
Logan County, AR – An Amber Alert has been activated for 14-year-old Trixie Studer, who was last seen near her home in Ratcliff.
Trixie is described as a white female, approximately 5 feet tall and 100 pounds, with short blue hair, green eyes, and glasses with purple frames.
She was last seen wearing a brown and white t-shirt and black pants.
Authorities believe Trixie may be with a man she met online.
The suspect is described as a Black male driving a newer model silver SUV, possibly a Hyundai or a Honda, with black rims and no license plate.
Trixie was carrying a light blue backpack and another bag at the time of her disappearance.
It’s believed that she may have planned this departure with the individual she met online.
The Logan County Sheriff’s Office is urging the public to be on the lookout for Trixie and the suspect vehicle.
If you have any information regarding their whereabouts, please contact the sheriff’s office at 479-963-3271, extension 2.
Key Information:
- Missing Person: Trixie Studer, 14-year-old white female
- Appearance: 5 feet tall, 100 pounds, short blue hair, green eyes, glasses with purple frames
- Last Seen: Near her home in Ratcliff, Logan County
- Suspect: Black male driving a silver SUV (Hyundai or Honda), black rims, no license plate
- Additional Information: Trixie was carrying a light blue backpack and another bag.
The Arkansas State Police and other law enforcement agencies are actively involved in the search for Trixie Studer. Any assistance from the public is greatly appreciated.
DETROIT, Michigan — An 11-year-old boy identified as Karon has tragically lost his life after reportedly being struck by two vehicles while crossing a street on Detroit’s west side Saturday afternoon, October 17, 2026.
His heartbreaking death has left his family and loved ones facing an unimaginable loss, while the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash remain a matter for investigation.
According to preliminary reports shared about the incident, the boy was attempting to cross the street with his brothers near the intersection of Puritan Avenue and Coyle Street when he was struck by two vehicles.
Karon was just 11 years old — an age when children should be making memories with their families, enjoying school, spending time with friends, and looking forward to the many milestones still ahead of them.
Instead, his family is now confronting the devastating reality of losing a child far too soon.
The circumstances described in reports of the collision have prompted an outpouring of grief and sympathy for Karon’s family, particularly his brothers, who were reportedly with him as he attempted to cross the street.
Losing a child is an unimaginable tragedy for any parent. For Karon’s loved ones, the pain is made even more difficult by the suddenness of the incident and the knowledge that a young life filled with promise has been cut short.
His brothers may also face the emotional challenges of coping with the loss of someone they shared their childhood with. The impact of such a traumatic event can extend well beyond the immediate aftermath, affecting the entire family and community.
As friends and members of the public express their condolences, many are keeping Karon’s parents, brothers, relatives, and loved ones in their thoughts and prayers.
The reported crash occurred near Puritan Avenue and Coyle Street on Detroit’s west side on Saturday, October 17.
According to the information currently available, Karon was crossing the street with his brothers when two vehicles struck him. However, further details about the sequence of events, the drivers involved, and the circumstances leading up to the collision have not been established in the information provided.
Responsibility for the crash should not be assumed before investigators have had an opportunity to determine what happened.
Additional information from authorities would be needed to confirm the precise circumstances of the collision and whether any citations or charges may follow.
Karon’s death is a painful reminder of the importance of exercising caution around residential streets and areas where children may be walking or crossing the road.
Drivers are urged to remain alert, observe posted speed limits, watch carefully for pedestrians, and be especially cautious near intersections and residential neighborhoods. Children can be difficult to see, and unexpected movements near the roadway can leave drivers with very little time to react.
Pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility, and even a brief lapse in attention can have devastating consequences.
At just 11 years old, Karon had so much of life still ahead of him. He deserved the opportunity to grow, learn, discover his passions, and experience the milestones that families look forward to celebrating with their children.
His death has left a heartbreaking void for those who loved him.
As the family grieves, messages of sympathy and prayers offer a reminder that they are not alone in their sorrow. The loss of a child affects an entire circle of family, friends, and community members, each of whom must find a way to process the tragedy.
May Karon rest in peace, and may his family, especially his brothers and parents, find strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Rest in peace, Karon. You were only 11 years old, and your life mattered. 🕊️💔