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Missing Kentucky woman found safe after Ashanti Alert, state police say

Kentucky State Police cruiser lights.
Kentucky State Police cruiser lights. Lexington Herald-Leader

A woman who went missing from Rockcastle County Saturday morning was found safe, Kentucky State Police said.

An Ashanti Alert was issued for Megan Cromer, 33, who was last seen at 5:51 a.m. State police said at about 9 a.m. that she had been located.

An alert went out on area cell phones just after 8 a.m.

Ashanti Alerts are issued for missing adults who are believed to be endangered or may have been abducted, according to the Department of Justice.

This story was originally published June 28, 2025 at 8:52 AM.

Karla Ward
Lexington Herald-Leader
Karla Ward is a native of Logan County who has worked as a reporter at the Herald-Leader since 2000. She covers breaking news. Support my work with a digital subscription
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