CHATSWORTH, IL – June 9, 2025 — A growing sense of urgency and concern has gripped the small communities of Chatsworth, Forrest, and Fairbury in Central Illinois as law enforcement officials and loved ones continue their desperate search for 14-year-old Enacence L. Knaack, who was reported missing earlier this week.
According to local authorities, Enacence was last seen on Sunday, June 8, in the general area encompassing the three towns. Her disappearance has prompted a multi-agency investigation and an outpouring of support from residents throughout Livingston County and beyond. As hours pass without contact or confirmed sightings, her family’s fears are intensifying, and they are pleading for the public’s help in bringing their daughter home safely.
Description and Appeal
Enacence is described as a white female, approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall, with light brown hair and hazel eyes. At the time she was last seen, she may have been wearing casual clothing, though authorities have not released specific details on her attire. Investigators have not yet confirmed whether foul play is suspected, but all possibilities remain open as detectives work around the clock to gather leads.
“She’s a bright, kind-hearted girl who is deeply loved by her family and friends,” said one family member in an emotional public statement. “We just want her home safe. If anyone has seen her or has any information, no matter how small it may seem, please come forward. We are praying for her return.”
Investigation and Community Response
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation, with support from neighboring police departments, school resource officers, and volunteers. Officers have conducted interviews with friends, classmates, and relatives while also reviewing surveillance footage and tracking any digital activity that may help determine Enacence’s last known movements.
Flyers with Enacence’s photo and identifying information have been distributed widely throughout the region, and her case has gained attention on social media, with thousands sharing posts in hopes of expanding the reach and generating tips. Volunteers have been canvassing rural areas, wooded trails, and residential streets. Drones and K-9 units have also been deployed in the search effort.
“We are using every tool at our disposal to find her,” said a representative from the sheriff’s office. “The safety and well-being of this young girl is our top priority, and we are asking the public to remain alert and report anything that seems suspicious or out of the ordinary.”
How to Help
Authorities urge anyone with information about Enacence L. Knaack’s whereabouts to contact the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office immediately at (815) 844-2774 or to call 911 in the event of an emergency. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through local Crime Stoppers networks.
Friends and neighbors are organizing candlelight vigils and prayer circles in support of the family, and several local businesses are donating resources to help print and distribute flyers. “This is a close-knit community, and we all feel the weight of this,” said one local pastor. “We won’t stop until she’s found.”
As the search for Enacence continues into the evening, the community is holding onto hope. Her disappearance has left a void in her family’s heart, and they remain determined not to give up. “Please share her story,” her mother urged. “Someone, somewhere, knows something. We just need that one lead.”
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.