Update: 12:40 p.m. - IMPD detectives with the Missing Persons Division have safely located Destanee Williams, noting they are now looking for a possible second suspect, a black male wearing all black clothing. IMPD is currently checking multiple locations for the involved individuals.
INDIANAPOLIS — A Silver Alert has been declared for a missing teenager from Indianapolis who is believed to be in immediate danger.
Destanee Williams is described as 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighing approximately 190 pounds. She has shoulder-length brown, black, blonde, and blue dreadlocks. Additionally, she has brown eyes, a lower lip piercing, and a neck tattoo.
Police said Williams was last seen in the early morning hours of Friday, August 8, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m. in the vicinity of the 7800 block of Penobscot Drive. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a black hoodie and gray pants adorned with black letters or graphics.
According to IMPD detectives, it is believed that Williams' ex-boyfriend, 28-year-old Cieyon Wheeler, entered her residence armed with a firearm and forcibly took her from the home. The details regarding their departure remain unclear, as it is unknown if they left on foot or in a vehicle.
IMPD is calling on the community to report any sightings or information related to Destanee Williams or Cieyon Wheeler, as well as a possible second suspect, a black male wearing all black clothing.
Anyone with possible security footage and anyone who was in the area between 3-4 a.m. is asked to contact 317-327-6541 with any information.
