We are happy to report that the missing teen has been found. Apparently, the community effort put pressure on the abductor the release the teen.
here are the e-mails we received from 6th ward Alderman Sawyer's Office:
MISSING CHESTERFIELD TEEN FOUND
Diamond Smith, 14, was found safe and sound. She was reported missing on Sunday, October 14 from her home in the Chesterfield neighborhood on the South side. After flyers were distributed throughout the community, Smith’s abductor let her go. She is in the hospital now and her family said they are glad she is safe. The Smith family thanked Sixth Ward Alderman Roderick T. Sawyer’s office, the police, and the entire community for their assistance.
And
Hello,
Thank you so much for your help in finding Diamond, after flyers went up everywhere the person that she left with let her go. Diamond is in the hospital now but we are just happy she is SAFE! Thanks so much.
We will keep you updated on details as they arrive. Interestingly, a quick search of Chicago breaking News never revealed the initial story. That in itself is a story...
Thank you all for your prayers and support. Let's continue to look out for our citizens, especially our children!
