Urgent Amber Alert Issued for Missing 14-Year-Old in NC

UPDATE: An Amber Alert has been issued for Nevaeh Hope Patton, a missing 14-year-old girl from Mitchell County, North Carolina. The alert was announced just after 3:10 PM today, following her disappearance late last night.

Authorities report that Nevaeh was last seen around 10 PM on July 14, 2023. The Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office describes her as approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing 140 pounds, with blonde hair featuring pink and red highlights and brown eyes.

Nevaeh’s home is located along Harrell Hill Road, about 7 miles west of Bakersville, the county seat. The area borders Tennessee and is around 60 miles northeast of Asheville. A photo of Nevaeh holding a bird has been released to aid in the search.

Officials emphasize the urgency of this situation and urge anyone with information to contact the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office immediately at (828) 688-9110 or to call 911 or *HP. Every moment counts as they work to locate Nevaeh safely.

This Amber Alert highlights the critical need for community vigilance. With Nevaeh being a minor, her safety is of utmost importance, and swift action from the public can make a significant difference.

Local authorities are actively investigating her disappearance and are asking residents in the surrounding areas to remain alert and report any sightings. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Stay tuned for further developments in this urgent situation as the community rallies to help find Nevaeh Hope Patton.