(St. John’s, NL), June 8, 2023 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) have issued an Amber Alert and are investigating the abduction of 14-year-old Melissa MORRELL of St. John’s.
On Friday, June 2, 2023, at 8:15 pm, the RNC responded to a missing person report regarding 14-year-old Melissa MORRELL, of St. John’s. MORRELL was last seen on Friday, June 2, 2023, at approximately 11:30 am in the area of Thorburn Road, St. John’s. Investigators believe that an unauthorized adult was providing guidance to MORRELL to travel across the province, potentially destined for New Brunswick.
At this stage in the investigation, the RNC has obtained information to indicate that MORRELL has been abducted by an individual who has not been identified by police. It is believed that the abductor is known to MORRELL.
MORRELL is described to be a female of about five feet in height, medium build, with light brown hair below her shoulders and brown eyes.
The RNC has concerns for the safety of MORRELL and ask the public to contact your local police or 911 immediately with information to assist. Please follow local media and RNC social media for updates.
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File # 2022-28697
Cst. James. C. Cadigan #775
Media Relations & Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
