New developments have emerged in the case of missing 11-year-old Audrey Cunningham. Police have identified a friend of the family, Don Steven McDougal, as a person of interest in the case. McDougal was arrested on an unrelated charge and is reported to be the last person to have seen Audrey.
According to the sheriff's office, McDougal assisted in the search for Audrey on the day she disappeared. Witnesses recall seeing him in the community, knocking on doors and actively participating in the search efforts.
Audrey's backpack was discovered on the riverbank, not far from where she was last seen. While the contents of the backpack strongly suggest it belonged to Audrey, there were no signs of struggle or DNA evidence found at the scene.
Sheriff expressed frustration over McDougal's refusal to disclose Audrey's whereabouts, emphasizing the weight of responsibility in ensuring that charges stick once evidence is gathered. The emotional toll of the case is evident, with community members rallying behind Audrey's family in hopes of her safe return.
It is important to note that McDougal has not been charged in connection with Audrey's disappearance and is currently in custody on an unrelated charge. Efforts to reach out to McDougal's family for comment have been unsuccessful.
