Sherwood, Arkansas – The community is on high alert as the search intensifies for 17-year-old Kelly Denise Jennings, who was reported missing on August 8, 2024. Kelly, a Black female, stands 5’3" tall and weighs approximately 125 lbs. She was last seen in Sherwood, Arkansas, wearing a black shirt, gray sweatpants, and black sport slides around 1 PM on Thursday.
Kelly’s disappearance has sparked widespread concern, with multiple people sharing their thoughts and prayers on social media. Sherry Smith-Lambert posted, "Prayers she is found safe," reflecting the community’s collective hope for her safe return. Tracy Cole Hunt shared the missing person alert in Shelby County, while Vicki Matthews shared it in Big Rapids, Michigan, indicating the broad reach of the search efforts.
The Arkansas State Police issued a Missing and Endangered Child Advisory, urging anyone with information about Kelly’s whereabouts to contact the Sherwood Police Department at 501-835-1425. The urgency of the situation is underscored by the increasing number of missing children from the Sherwood area, as noted by Sharon Kay Hardy Mobarak on Facebook, who asked, "What’s up with all the kids missing from Sherwood?"
As the community rallies together, the search for Kelly continues. Her story has been widely shared across social media platforms, amplifying the call for help. With time being critical, authorities and residents alike are hoping for any leads that could bring Kelly home safely.