Who is Carlee Russel?
Carlee Russell, 25, an African American woman has been missing since Alabama and the subject of an intense investigation. Carlee vanished after calling 911 to report an infant walking alone on an interstate highway; last seen wearing black shirt and white Nike shoes with white laces; her disappearance is of grave concern among both family and law enforcement agencies.
Carlee’s Disappearance: The Circumstances
Carlee Russell’s last phone call was to report an unknown toddler wandering along Interstate 459 near Hoover, Alabama. The phone line was open while Carlee spoke to the girlfriend of her brother, but she lost contact abruptly. Authorities who responded to the scene could not locate Carlee nor the child that she reported. Her whereabouts are still unknown despite the fact that her car and personal items were found.
What happened to Carlee Russel?
Carlee’s disappearance is a deeply disturbing event. Talitha Russell reported that Carlee was on her way to Taziki’s for food when she saw the child. Talitha revealed that Carlee asked the child, during the conversation heard by the girlfriend of her son, if the child was okay. This was followed by a scream, and then the sound from the highway.
According to witness accounts, a gray car and a man could have been seen near Carlee’s vehicle around the time she disappeared. The information further complicated the case, raising questions that led to an urgent demand for a thorough investigation.
Controversy surrounding the Ashanti Alert
Carlee’s family publicly criticized authorities’ handling of the case. They specifically questioned why an Ashanti alert was not issued immediately. Ashanti Alert is named after Ashanti, a 19 year old who tragically was abducted and killed in 2017. It’s intended for missing adults who do not meet the Amber or Silver Alert criteria. The concerns of the family have added a new layer of complexity to a difficult investigation.
Carlee Russell Case: Investigations are ongoing
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency released a MISSING PERSON ADVISORY for Carlee Russel to increase public awareness and gather any potentially useful information.
The Search for Carlee Russel and Community Support
Friends, family and community members from the Lake Wilborn Community of Hoover gathered for a prayer gathering in honor of Carlee. This public gathering was a place for support, prayer, and collective remembrance. It reminded everyone of the urgency of Carlee’s situation.
The Hoover Police Department hosted a press event to discuss ongoing efforts to find Carlee Russel, who may have been abducted along I-459. This press conference was held to share updates, spread information and solicit the public’s help in this tragic case.
While the search for Carlee continues, the authorities and community remain committed to shed light on her disappearance. They hold on to the hope that she will be safely returned to her family.
