Date Added to Database: January 21, 2026
Hailey Buzbee
Recovered – Deceased (investigation ongoing)
Hailey Buzbee
Hailey Buzbee is a 17-year-old missing juvenile who was last seen in Fishers, Indiana. Hailey Buzbee is missing and considered endangered after disappearing late on January 5 or in the early morning hours of January 6, 2026.
Age When Went Missing: 17
Age Now: 17
Gender: Female
Race: Black / Multiracial (as reported)
Height: 5’3″
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Brown
Status: Endangered Missing Juvenile
๐ Last Known Location
The Enclave at Vermillion Neighborhood
Fishers, Indiana
Last Seen: Evening of January 5, 2026 or early morning hours of January 6, 2026
๐งฅ Last Seen Wearing
- White blouse
- Grey jeans
- Black puffer jacket
- Carrying a pink Vera Bradley duffle bag
๐ Timeline of Disappearance
- Jan 5โ6, 2026: Hailey left her home in Fishers, Indiana, either late at night on January 5 or in the early morning hours of January 6.
- Initial Classification: Reported as a runaway.
- Updated Status: Case upgraded to endangered missing juvenile based on investigative findings.
- Ongoing: Fishers Police Department, along with state and federal partners, continue active investigation.
๐ข Disappearance Circumstances
According to the Fishers Police Department, Hailey left her home willingly and with a plan. Investigators have stated that she did not act alone in leaving. Based on facts uncovered during the investigation, which cannot be publicly disclosed, her case has been officially upgraded to an endangered missing juvenile.
Law enforcement has emphasized that public sharing of verified information and submission of legitimate tips remains critical to locating Hailey safely.
โ ๏ธ Investigation Status
- Active investigation
- Multiple tips received and investigated
- State and federal law enforcement partners involved
- Details limited to protect Hailey and the integrity of the case
๐ข Call to Action
If you have seen Hailey Buzbee or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact law enforcement immediately.
- Continue sharing official flyers
- Report only verified, factual information
- Avoid speculation that may compromise the investigation
๐จ Contact Law Enforcement
Fishers Police Department
Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency Tip Line: (317) 773-1282
Official NCMEC Case Listing
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
๐ฌ Submit a Tip
If you have ANY information โ even if you are unsure โ please submit a tip.
- Email: tips@missingandtrafficked.info
- Secure form: Online Tip Submission
Tips may be anonymous. Please do not investigate independently.
Alert Classification
This case is shared under the
Jade Alert
public awareness system to increase visibility for endangered missing youth.
โข January 21, 2026 โ Case remains active. Authorities continue to seek information from the public.
โข January 21, 2026 โ Official listing confirmed with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC).
Status Update โ February 2, 2026 (Verified)
Law enforcement officials have confirmed that the body of Hailey Buzbee has been located in Ohio. Authorities believe the remains are hers, and the investigation is ongoing.
A person of interest is in custody on related charges. No homicide charges have been formally filed at this time.
This page will be updated as additional verified information becomes available.
Our hearts are with Haileyโs family and loved ones.
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