CARMEL, Ind. — Police in Carmel confirmed a 36-year-old woman who had been missing for more than a week has been located and is safe.
Bettina "Tina" Carlita Rippy was reported missing to the Fishers Police Department on July 1. Investigators in Fishers then learned Rippy was last seen leaving a residence in the 7000 block of Hopewell Parkway in Carmel around 12:20 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28.
Because of the location where Rippy was last seen, Carmel police took over the investigation into her disappearance.
"CPD would like to thank all those who assisted us in this investigation. We are grateful she has been located," police said in a statement.
Amber Alert vs. Silver Alert: What's the difference?
There are specific standards a person's disappearance must meet in order for police to declare an Amber Alert or a Silver Alert.
Amber Alerts are for children under the age of 18 who are believed to have been abducted and in danger. Police also need to have information about a suspect and their car to issue an Amber Alert.
Silver Alerts are for missing and endangered adults or children. They are much more common for missing people. It was not until last year when the standards for Silver Alerts were expanded to include children.
In both situations, these alerts must be issued by police.
