UPDATE - Hice was found in Rural Franklin County around 11:00 p.m. on Dec. 4. She is now safe and receiving proper care.
BENTON CO., Ark. (KTHV) - The Highfill Police Department is currently searching for 17-year-old Hailey Marie Hice, who they believe ran away from the Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter on Vaughn Road.
According to the release, Hailey and another 16-year-old girl ran away from the area and got into a 1990's maroon Toyota Avalon. Since then, the 16-year-old has returned to the shelter.
Hailey was last seen on Nov. 24 wearing a black sweater and flannel pajama pants.
Please call the Highfill Police Department at 479-271-1005 with any information.