Turquoise Alert Issued for Missing 6-Year-Old Girl Last Seen at Phoenix Sky Harbor

A Turquoise Alert has been issued by authorities in Arizona for a missing 6-year-old girl, Sarah Jenkins, who was last seen at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The alert, a critical tool in the state’s efforts to locate missing persons, especially children, was activated earlier this morning after Sarah’s family reported her disappearance.

Sarah, described as having blonde hair and blue eyes, was reportedly wearing a pink dress with white polka dots and glittery silver shoes when she was last observed. She is approximately 3 feet 8 inches tall and weighs around 45 pounds. Authorities are urging the public to be vigilant and report any information that could lead to her safe return.

According to initial reports from the Phoenix Police Department, Sarah was with her parents, Mark and Emily Jenkins, at Terminal 4 of Sky Harbor Airport yesterday evening, preparing to board a flight to Denver. The family had just cleared security and was in the boarding area when, at approximately 7:30 PM local time, Sarah momentarily wandered away from her parents while they were distracted by collecting their carry-on luggage. When they turned back, she was no longer in sight.

Airport security footage is currently being meticulously reviewed by investigators, and initial findings suggest Sarah may have walked towards the Gate B concourse. However, no clear images of her exiting the terminal or being with an unknown individual have yet been identified. The airport’s extensive network of cameras is being utilized to track her movements within the facility.

The issuance of a Turquoise Alert signifies a high-priority missing person case, typically involving children or vulnerable adults, where there is significant concern for their safety. This alert system leverages various communication channels, including local media, social media platforms, and electronic billboards, to rapidly disseminate information to the public. Law enforcement agencies across the state have been notified, and airports, bus stations, and major transportation hubs are on high alert.

“Our primary focus right now is to locate Sarah and ensure her safe return to her family,” stated Officer Rodriguez of the Phoenix Police Department during a press briefing this morning. “We are deploying all available resources, working closely with airport security, the FBI, and other state and federal agencies. We urge anyone who may have seen Sarah, or has any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact us immediately.”

The Jenkins family is understandably distraught. In a tearful appeal, Emily Jenkins pleaded, “Please, if anyone has seen our little girl, please help us. She’s just a baby, and we desperately want her back home.”

The public is advised to contact the Phoenix Police Department at [Insert Police Non-Emergency Number, e.g., 602-262-6151] or call 911 immediately if they have any information regarding Sarah Jenkins’ whereabouts. Even a fleeting glimpse or a detail that seems minor could be crucial in this urgent search. The community’s assistance is paramount in bringing Sarah home safely.