Evergreen, North Carolina – Hailey Turek, a 16-year-old girl from Evergreen, North Carolina, has been missing since August 20, 2024. The Columbus County Sheriff’s Department is leading the investigation into her disappearance and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Hailey was last seen on the day of her disappearance, but details surrounding the circumstances of her going missing remain unclear. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) has also joined the efforts to locate Hailey and is providing support to her family.
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Department, along with NCMEC, is encouraging the public to share any information that could assist in locating Hailey. Tips can be submitted by calling the Columbus County Sheriff’s Department at 1-910-642-6551 or through the NCMEC’s 24-Hour Call Center at 1-800-843-5678.
Authorities are stressing the importance of community involvement in the search for Hailey, as the first 48 hours are crucial in missing person cases. Flyers with her information have been distributed, and the community is being asked to stay vigilant and report any sightings or suspicious activity.
As the search for Hailey continues, her family, friends, and the entire Evergreen community are hoping for her safe return.