UPDATE: Woman found - Jennings County searches for missing woman

Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 3:30 AM

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - UPDATE: The Jennings County Sheriff’s Office says the missing woman has been found and she is safe.

The Jennings County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is asking the public to help locate Kristy Horton, who was reported missing late Friday, October 30.

Horton was last seen in the Butlerville area near the Muscatatuck Caverns on October 28.

Here is Kristy's description:

Height: 5'3"
Weight: Approximately 135 lbs.
Hair: Blonde
Eyes: Blue

If you have seen Kristy Horton or have any information on her whereabouts, call JCSO at 812-346-8642.

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