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TIFTON, Ga. (WALB) — [Update @7 p.m. 8/7] Wright has returned home, according to the Tifton Police Department.

[Original article] Rhanijah Wright, 15, was reported as missing and/or running away by the Tifton Police Department (TPD).

Officials said Wright was last seen wearing black shorts, a grey or black sweater and black Crocs.

Wright is described as follows:

• 5′1″ in height
• 110 pounds
• Short “natural” hair

Wright was reportedly last seen at 1220 Sussex Drive (Wildwood Apartments) on Aug. 5 at approximately 10 p.m. Officials said she could have possibly entered a white van.

Anyone with information regarding Wright’s whereabouts can contact TPD at 229-382-3132.

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