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Missing 14-year-old Harleigh Shew found safe
Update: She has been found safe.
Authorities and family members are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Harleigh Shew, a 14-year-old female who has been reported missing from Harrisburg, Illinois, and may be in the Mt. Vernon area.
Missing Since: December 27, 2025
Description
- Age: 14
- Sex: Female
- Race: White
- Height: Approximately 5 feet 2 inches
- Weight: Approximately 100 pounds
- Hair: Brown/blonde with pink coloring
- Eyes: Blue
Harleigh was last seen on Saturday evening at approximately 10:45 p.m. leaving a friend’s residence in Harrisburg, Illinois.
Family members report she may have left with a 19-year-old male identified only as Ethan, last name unknown, who is believed to be from Mt. Vernon, Illinois.
It is possible Harleigh is currently in or around the Mt. Vernon area with this individual.
At the time she was last seen, Harleigh was wearing:
- Black leggings
- A light pink hoodie
- A black jacket
- Cheetah-print shoes
Harleigh was in possession of her cellphone; however, it has since been turned off, and her family has not had any contact with her since she left the residence.
Anyone who has seen Harleigh Shew, knows her current whereabouts, or has any information that may assist in locating her is urged to contact law enforcement immediately:
- Mt. Vernon Police Department: 618-242-2131
- Harrisburg Police Department: 618-252-4528
You may also contact her mother:
- Kelsey Sanford: 618-771-7451
Please share this information to help bring Harleigh home safely.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.