A 12-year-old girl has gone missing on her way to a birthday party in Texas, reported by the Irving Police Department. Alison Ramirez-Lopez was last seen on Sunday, Feb. 9, at the 1000 block of Harlan Street. The authorities were informed that she had left her home at 10:00 a.m. to attend a nearby birthday celebration but did not arrive at the destination. The Irving Police Department was contacted at approximately 11:00 p.m. regarding her disappearance.
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The Irving Police Department shared a missing persons flyer on their Facebook page, urging the public to come forward with any information regarding Alison’s whereabouts. They believe she may be in Alabama or other nearby states and have encouraged parents to speak to their children who are friends with Alison in case they have any relevant information. An AMBER alert was initially activated for Alison, but it was later found that she may be in a different state, not meeting the necessary criteria for the alert.
Alison Ramirez-Lopez is described as 5’ 6” tall, weighing 180 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black hoodie, and black shoes. Authorities have provided contact details for anyone with information to reach out to the Irving Police Department at 972-273-1010 or call 911. An update posted by the police stated that if the investigation leads to Alison being back in Texas, an alert will be issued at that time.
In 2023, the ATHENA Alert was introduced in Texas, named after Athena Strand, a seven-year-old who was abducted and murdered in Wise County in 2022. This alert allows authorities to activate the AMBER Alert system, even if all criteria have not been met. The aim is to increase resources and support in finding missing individuals. The Irving Police Department reassured the public that they are exploring other alert systems and reaching out to neighbouring states to spread the word about Alison.
Being a developing story, the disappearance of Alison Ramirez-Lopez has brought attention to the issue of missing children and the importance of community involvement in locating them. The involvement of law enforcement agencies and the public is crucial in ensuring the safe return of missing individuals. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any information that could aid in the search for Alison.
As the search for Alison continues, the Irving Police Department and other authorities are working tirelessly to locate her and bring her back home safely. The support and cooperation of the public in sharing information and remaining vigilant can make a significant difference in such cases. Stay updated on this developing story as more information becomes available. If you have any information regarding Alison’s whereabouts, do not hesitate to reach out to the authorities.