Indiana Silver Alert cancelled for missing Merrillville 17-year-old

UPDATE: Silver Alert issued on Friday May 20, 2022 has been cancelled as of Tuesday May 24, 2022.

MERRILLVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — A Silver Alert has been issued for a Merrillville girl who is believed to be in danger.

The Merrillville Police Department is searching for Amari McDade, 17. She is 5 feet 3 inches tall and 140 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes.

Police say she was last seen at 11:46 p.m. Thursday while wearing a burgundy jacket. black pants, and black shoes.

Merrillville is 142 miles northwest of Indianapolis. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts are advised to contact the Merrillville Police Department at 219-660-0001 or 911.