Missing Clarkesville girl found

The Habersham County Sheriff’s Office says a Clarkesville teen who went missing last Thursday has been found safe. 16-year-old Tanoa LeeAnn Rushing is now back home with her family, according to officials.

Rushing’s family reported her missing on Thursday, July 12.

The Sheriff’s Office put out a notice on social media asking for the public’s help to find her. An updated post to the sheriff’s Facebook page says, “Thanks to everyone’s help in this situation.”

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