UPDATE: Delaware County missing girl found safe

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Delaware county has announced that the 11-year-old missing girl has been found safe.

“We have some wonderful news to share with all of you. Shilo Beck, the missing 11-year-old girl, has been found and is now safe and sound! We are extremely relieved to report this incredible development.

First and foremost, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who provided tips, made phone calls, and helped in the search for Shilo. Your support and assistance have been invaluable throughout this ordeal, and we cannot thank you enough for coming together as a community in such a crucial time.

We also want to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who shared the information about Shilo’s disappearance and helped spread the word far and wide. Your collective efforts helped create awareness and played a vital role in her being located.

We would like to thank the Delaware County Emergency Medical Services, Delaware County Indiana Emergency Management, Gaston Volunteer Fire/EMS Department, and Gaston Police for their dedication and assistance.

Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. Together, we made a difference!”

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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing child named Shilo Beck, who was last seen on 5/16/2023 at approximately 8:00 PM in the vicinity of 5900 W CR 350 N. “We are urging anyone with information about Shilo’s whereabouts to come forward immediately.

Shilo Beck is an 11 year-old girl, measuring approximately 4’1″ tall. She has distinctive features, including brown hair with a purple streak in the back, has blue eyes, and wears glasses. Shilo was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black long sleeve shirt adorned with a sparkly emoji on the front, and black shoes.

We have been conducting an extensive search since her disappearance was reported. We are actively investigating all leads and working tirelessly to locate Shilo and ensure her safe return home.

Anyone with information or may have seen Shilo is urged to contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office via messenger, Dispatch 765-747-7878, or Investigations 765-747-7881. Individuals may remain anonymous if they wish.”