News Summary
Selma M Rodas Vicente, a 30-year-old woman from Raleigh, has been found safe in Tennessee after an Ashanti Alert was issued. The alert was canceled after her safety was confirmed. Authorities issued the alert due to concerns of possible abduction and physical endangerment after Vicente was reported missing. The Raleigh Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, including the possible involvement of a male suspect last seen with her.
Raleigh, North Carolina – Missing Woman Found Safe in Tennessee, Ashanti Alert Canceled
An Ashanti Alert issued for Selma M Rodas Vicente, a 30-year-old woman from Raleigh, has been canceled after she was located unharmed in Tennessee. The alert, which was actively in effect for several hours, was officially called off in the early afternoon on Saturday following confirmation of her safety.
Initial Search and Details of Disappearance
The Raleigh Police Department issued the Ashanti Alert just before 4 a.m. on Saturday, based on evidence suggesting physical endangerment and possible abduction. The alert was prompted by reports that Vicente may have been taken from her residence on Windy Hill Drive. Authorities expressed concern for her safety amid the ongoing investigation.
Description of Vicente and Suspect
Vicente is described as a 5’3″, 300-pound Hispanic woman with long black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a blue shirt and black pants. Authorities indicate she was with a potential suspect, identified as Ismael De Jesus Niz-Miguel.
Niz-Miguel is described as a 5’4″, 240-pound Hispanic man with black hair and brown eyes. The suspect was last seen wearing a blue shirt and black shorts. Both Vicente and Niz-Miguel are believed to have been traveling together in a black 2013 Honda Pilot with license plate number LJW-7781.
Location and Vehicle
The police indicated that Vicente and Niz-Miguel might have been traveling in the vehicle, which is registered in North Carolina. The authorities’ concern was that the individuals were potentially endangering Vicente’s safety, prompting the urgent alert to assist the public in locating her and the suspect.
Resolution and Current Status
The North Carolina Center for Missing Persons canceled the Ashanti Alert at 2:37 p.m. on Saturday after reports confirmed Vicente was found unharmed in Tennessee. The police did not disclose additional details surrounding her discovery or circumstances leading to her rescue.
Ongoing Investigation
The Raleigh Police Department continues to seek information about Vicente’s whereabouts prior to her being found. This includes details about her activities, her location before being located in Tennessee, and any potential involvement of other individuals. Authorities remain committed to their investigation, which is still evolving as new information becomes available.
Summary
This incident underscores the importance of the Ashanti Alert system, which is activated in cases involving suspected abductions where physical endangerment is evident. The alert’s cancellation signifies a positive outcome for Vicente, whom authorities quickly located and confirmed safe.
Additional Notes
As of now, no additional details about the incident, motives, or circumstances have been publicly released. The investigation remains active, and authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to contact Raleigh police directly to aid further inquiries.
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Additional Resources
- ABC11
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- Google Search: Selma Rodas Vicente
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- WSOC-TV
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Abduction
- Local 3 News
- Google News: Missing Woman Found
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