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The Watertown Police Department has confirmed that Jeanelle Barker, a 17-year-old who went missing in Watertown, New York, has been found safe. Barker was last seen on Saturday, October 4, in the 300 block of Gale Street. The police announced on Friday (October 10) that she had been located, but they did not provide further details about her condition or circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
Earlier in the week, the police had requested the public's assistance in locating Barker. Her disappearance had raised concerns in the community, prompting a search effort. The announcement of her being found brings relief to her family and the community.
The Watertown Police Department has not released any additional information regarding how Barker was found or her current situation.