Editor's note: This article has been updated with the latest information from RCMP.
INNSIFAIL - A 13-year-old girl missing earlier today (March 18) has been located safe.
Innisfail RCMP say Blackfalds RCMP found Ava Barret in Springbrook.
Barret had last been seen on Thursday, March 18 at about 3 p.m. in Penhold after completing school and boarding a bus.
She is believed to have gotten off the bus in Springbrook.
Police were concerned for Barret’s well-being and had requested the public’s assistance in locating her.