Man Wanted After Girl Snatched | Durham News

Harnett County deputies are hunting a 38-year-old man, Daniel Francis Gear, accused of abducting a 12-year-old girl from a Lillington home—though she was safely found walking near U.S. Highway 421. Gear’s vehicle was spotted in Erwin, but he remains at large; authorities stress there’s no link between him and the girl’s friend. The child is now home with her family after medical checks. Last seen on Flock cameras near Annie Louis Lane, Gear’s search will resume Monday as crews wrap up Sunday’s efforts. Sheriff Wayne Coats urges residents to report any sightings immediately—but don’t approach him. Safety first: call 9-1-1 and give your location and direction. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c75efacff9a770b8