An urgent search is underway for an 11-year-old girl in Texas who has been missing for four days. Audrey Cunningham disappeared on Thursday morning while on her way to catch the school bus. A 42-year-old man, who is a person of interest in the case, was taken into custody on Friday for an unrelated charge.
Authorities are focusing their search efforts in the Lake Livingston area, where Audrey was last seen. The community is coming together, with Audrey's mother urging everyone to pray and send positive thoughts for her daughter's safe return.
Police found a red backpack belonging to Audrey downstream where the Trinity River meets I-59. Search teams have been scouring the area for any clues or evidence that could lead to Audrey's whereabouts.
State police have labeled Audrey's disappearance as a criminal investigation and suspect foul play. The person of interest, who is known to the family, has not been charged in connection with Audrey's case but is currently in custody for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
The FBI has joined the search efforts, providing additional resources and manpower to aid in locating Audrey. Authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward and contact the police.
Audrey's mother describes her daughter as beautiful and pleads for the public to keep an eye out for her. The community remains hopeful for Audrey's safe return as the search continues in the Lake Livingston area.
