14‑year‑old Kaylin Hughes reported missing; last seen armed

UPDATE: Kaylin Hughes has been located and returned to family.


RICHMOND COUNTY, Ga. (WFXG) - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 14‑year‑old Kaylin Hughes, who deputies say left her home late Sunday night and has not been seen since.

Hughes was last seen around 10 p.m. on August 23 leaving her residence on the 4400 block of Etterlee Road. Investigators say she was wearing a black hoodie and camouflage pants and left the home armed with a handgun.

Deputies are urging anyone who sees Hughes or knows where she may be to contact the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

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