13-year-old Paulding County girl found safe

Sarah Beard

UPDATE: The Paulding County Sheriff's Office says 13-year-old Sarah Beard was found safe.

ORIGINAL:

Paulding County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing child, Sarah Beard, a 13-year-old female. Sarah was last seen in the area of Forrest Park Lane off Macland Road.

Sarah is described as being 5-feet-4-inches tall, weighing 140 pounds, with blue eyes and brown hair, which was last seen in a bun. She has scars on her left arm. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a hoodie with multi-colored pants and possibly Crocs.

Authorities urge anyone with information regarding Sarah's whereabouts to contact the police immediately. If Sarah is spotted, individuals are instructed to call 911 promptly.