Decatur, Georgia – Authorities and the community are searching urgently for Amy Reidling, a 14-year-old girl who vanished from her home on Janet Lane in Decatur on Sunday, September 21, 2025, around 2:00 p.m. Her family fears she may have been lured away by someone she met online.
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What Happened
Earlier that day, Amy had returned home from shopping for accessories for her Homecoming dress and was excited about the upcoming event. But when her stepmother, Ginni Rutlage, went to check on her that evening, Amy’s room was empty.
“I opened the door, and she was gone. The house was quiet… by 9:11 p.m., her phone had gone dark, and her digital footprint just stopped,” Ginni said.
Amy’s family strongly believes she did not leave on her own. They fear she was manipulated and taken by an online predator. “She doesn’t know much… especially in a big city like Atlanta,” Ginni explained. “I’m positive she was taken. It feels planned.”
The family has hired a private investigator, while volunteers are distributing flyers across the city in hopes of finding any lead.
Who Is Amy Reidling?
Amy is described as a 14-year-old teenager, about 5’1” tall, weighing 105 pounds, with brown hair with bangs and brown eyes.
Her disappearance has devastated her family, who fear she has fallen victim to an online predator who may have groomed her and gained her trust before luring her away.
What Happens Next
The family believes Amy’s case is not a runaway situation, but a possible digital kidnapping. They are urging anyone with information—no matter how small—to come forward.
“You don’t even understand how many people are helping find you,” Ginni said in an emotional plea to her daughter. “We love you. We miss you. You are my girl. You are my person. Please come back.”
Public and Social Media Reactions
The Decatur community and social media users have rallied around the Reidling family. Strangers are joining searches, posting flyers, and sharing Amy’s story online. The hashtag #FindAmyReidling has been spreading rapidly, amplifying awareness of the growing dangers of online predators targeting teenagers.
Official Statement
The DeKalb County Police Department is actively investigating Amy’s disappearance and considers it a possible kidnapping linked to online predation. Authorities stress that time is critical in ensuring Amy’s safe return.
They urge anyone with information about Amy’s whereabouts to contact the DeKalb County Police Department immediately.
Final Appeal
Please share Amy’s photo, her name, and this message. The more awareness raised, the greater the chances of bringing Amy home safely.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.