KOKOMO, Ind. — A 25-year-old Kokomo woman who had been missing for more than a month was located safe outside of Indiana Wednesday evening, police said.
On Tuesday, the Kokomo Police Department asked for the public's help locating Kelsie Thompson, who hadn't been seen or heard from since around 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 17.
On Thursday, police said Thompson had been located out of state and "was found to be safe, healthy and declined any other assistance from Law Enforcement."
Kokomo police said the case is now closed.
Amber Alert vs. Silver Alert: What's the difference?
There are specific standards a person's disappearance must meet in order for police to declare an Amber Alert or a Silver Alert.
Amber Alerts are for children under the age of 18 who are believed to have been abducted and in danger. Police also need to have information about a suspect and their car to issue an Amber Alert.
Silver Alerts are for missing and endangered adults or children. They are much more common for missing people. It was not until last year when the standards for Silver Alerts were expanded to include children.
In both situations, these alerts must be issued by police.
