Alexis Gilbert is missing — Laurel County searches urgently for a 17-year-old girl
A quiet morning turned into fear
Missing person in Kentucky. Alexis Gilbert disappeared from Laurel County, Kentucky, and nothing has felt normal since. Golden Eagle Drive usually stays calm. Homes expect familiar routines. That morning changed everything. Contact stopped suddenly. Worry replaced certainty fast. Each passing hour increased fear. A family began waiting without answers.
Alexis Gilbert: The last known contact
January eleventh became the critical date. The final contact came around ten-thirty a.m. After that moment, silence followed. Calls brought nothing back. Messages stayed unanswered. Alexis did not return. Concern escalated quickly. Authorities received the report soon after.
Who Alexis is
Alexis is seventeen years old. She is a daughter and a teenager still growing. Family describes strength and sensitivity. Friends remember warmth and honesty. Plans once filled her days. Her sudden absence feels unreal. Hope remains strong, despite fear.
Physical details that may help
Alexis stands about five feet two inches tall. She weighs around one hundred sixty-five pounds. Blonde hair frames her face. These features may trigger recognition. Trust instincts if someone looks familiar.
Clothing worn when last seen
She was last seen wearing a blue hoodie and black leggings. Clothing often anchors memory. A brief sighting could matter now. Small details can unlock timelines.
Where she was reported missing
Golden Eagle Drive sits four miles south of London, Kentucky. Surrounding roads connect quickly. Movement afterward remains unclear. Nearby neighborhoods and routes matter. Attention there could help.
Why urgency continues to grow
Teen disappearances escalate quickly. Transportation expands distance fast. Strangers may appear helpful. Waiting removes options. Early tips protect lives. Community awareness matters greatly.
How authorities are responding
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office leads the investigation. Deputy Ethan Brown is assigned. Laurel County Emergency Management is assisting actively. Teams coordinate searches daily. Dispatch logs every tip. Verified information moves the case forward.
What neighbors might remember
Think back to late morning hours. Recall movement near Golden Eagle Drive. Notice vehicles stopping briefly. Remember conversations or sightings. Small memories matter now.
The family’s daily reality
Days blur together painfully. Nights feel endless. Phones never leave hands. Every sound sparks hope. Silence returns again. Friends offer quiet support. Love refuses to stop searching.
Why sharing still helps
Recoveries often begin with visibility. A neighbor recalls clothing. A driver remembers timing. A passerby recognizes a face. Fragments build timelines. Timelines guide direction. Direction brings answers.
What to do if you see Alexis
Remain calm and observant. Keep a safe distance. Note location and time. Observe direction of travel. Avoid confrontation. Contact authorities immediately.
Where to report information
If you have any information, contact the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office at 606-864-6600. You may also call the 911 Dispatch Center at 606-878-7000. Tips can be sent through the Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. Share any detail, even small ones. Do not delay reporting.
A message to the community
Please do not scroll past. Share this alert widely. Talk with friends and neighbors. Keep eyes open during daily routines. One memory could unlock answers. One call could help.
Laurel County remains alert tonight. Authorities continue searching. Community eyes stay open. Help bring Alexis Gilbert home safely.
