(From the Joplin Police Department)On November 2nd, 2020 around 11:30 pm the Joplin Police Department was notified that Leora Hardee had been located after she turned herself in to an law enforcement agency in the state of Wisconsin.
Leora is in good health. The Joplin Police Department is currently working with Wisconsin officials on getting her back to Joplin, Missouri.
The criminal investigation regarding her disappearance is still ongoing and we cannot release any further details at this time.
We want to thank all the law enforcement agencies who assisted us with this investigation. We also want to thank everyone who helped share social media posts, news agencies that aired her story and all the people who offered support and prayers for her safe return.
Earlier News Release
On September 28th, 2020, law enforcement officials will be conducting a thorough search on foot in several areas on the north side of Joplin.
This search is being aided by the FBI, the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office, the Carthage Police Department and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
In addition, the Joplin Police Department is releasing a short video message from Leora Hardee’s grandmother. The Joplin Police Department is requesting assistance from the media in disseminating this message.
Again, if anyone has any information or tips that could assist investigators in locating Leora Hardee, you are encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-3131.
Original News Release
On September 17, 2020 the Joplin Police Department received a report of a missing child.
Joplin Police Detectives responded to the scene and initiated a missing child investigation, which is still currently ongoing.
Leora Hardee, age 14, was reported missing from the area of D Street and north Wall Avenue. Hardee is described as being about 5’1” tall, 100 lbs., wears glasses and had sandy brown hair.
Hardee may be in need of medications. We are asking for assistance from the public in trying to locate her.
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