Amber Alert: Montesano Children Missing

Community on Alert: Amber Issued for Montesano Children

A critical Amber Alert has been issued for two missing children and a suspect last seen in Montesano, Washington. The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is urgently seeking public assistance to locate 12-year-old Vanessa Gleave and 8-year-old Audrey Gleave, who were last seen with 40-year-old Carolyn Gleave early Tuesday morning.

Key Details Released

The trio was last observed around 6 a.m. on West Broadway Avenue in Montesano, departing in a 2014 black Subaru Forester with Washington license plate #AZB4600. Authorities describe Carolyn Gleave as 5'8", 120 lbs, with brown hair and eyes. She is considered armed and in an "escalated state of crisis." Vanessa (5'4", 90 lbs, blonde hair, brown/hazel eyes) and Audrey (4'6", 65 lbs, brown hair, blue eyes) are believed to be in imminent danger.

Widespread Search Underway

Law enforcement is investigating potential routes to Deer Park, Spokane, Arizona, Utah, or California. The WSP urges anyone spotting the vehicle or individuals to call 911 immediately. "Time is critical in these situations," stated a WSP spokesperson. "Community vigilance could be lifesaving."

Understanding Amber Alerts

"Amber Alerts activate when a child is abducted and faces serious bodily harm or death. They leverage media partnerships and digital platforms to rapidly disseminate critical information."

Named after Amber Hagerman, who was abducted in Texas in 1996, the system coordinates between law enforcement, broadcasters, and wireless providers to issue urgent bulletins. In Washington, alerts broadcast via emergency systems, highway signs, and mobile devices.

Community Impact

Montesano residents have expressed heightened concern, with local businesses displaying alert flyers. "This hits close to home," said one community leader. "We're sharing details on every platform possible." The alert underscores the importance of reporting suspicious sightings promptly.