An Amber Alert that was issued on Monday for a 15-month-old girl in Huntington, West Virginia, has been successfully canceled after the child was found safe. Law enforcement officials reported that the girl, identified as Makynlee Morrow, was located following a complicated incident surrounding a tragic house fire.
The fire, which occurred on Sunday night along Spring Valley Drive, resulted in the deaths of two women, as confirmed by the West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office. During the emergency response, Makynlee and her father, Joshua Morrow, were initially unaccounted for, leading to the activation of the Amber Alert. Fortunately, Makynlee was found safe, while her father remains missing.
Authorities are actively trying to locate Joshua Morrow, 42, who has not yet been found. Anyone with relevant information is urged to reach out to the West Virginia State Police at 304.272.5131.
This situation, while marked by tragedy, has a silver lining with the safe recovery of Makynlee. It serves as a reminder of the effectiveness of community response and the vigilance of local law enforcement in quickly addressing critical situations involving children.
As further developments unfold, the community remains hopeful for the safe return of Joshua Morrow, and the ongoing investigation may shed light on the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking incident.