ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDNews) — As the search continues for missing 3-year-old Genesis Reid, neighbors at Meadowbrook Apartments say law enforcement activity unfolded over the past several hours.
Wiregrass Daily News went to the apartment complex Monday to speak with residents who live near the child’s home. Several neighbors, who asked to remain anonymous, said they observed what appeared to be federal investigators, including individuals they believed to be with the FBI, bringing evidence bags into the apartment of Genesis’ mother, Adrienne Reid.
Law enforcement has not confirmed that information.
Other residents told WDNews they witnessed an early morning search in nearby wooded areas. One neighbor shared a photo they said showed a suspicious stained mattress discovered in the woods. Multiple neighbors also stated that a car seat was found deeper into the wooded area.
Authorities have not publicly confirmed those details.
Residents described Genesis as a familiar face around the complex. Several said they often saw her walking to the store with her mother. Some neighbors reported they had not seen the child in several days, while others said it may have been several weeks.
Those varying accounts align with the Enterprise Police Department’s request for anyone who has seen Genesis within the past 30 to 45 days to come forward. Investigators have said establishing a clear timeline is critical in the case.
While WDNews was on scene, the atmosphere throughout the complex was somber. Small groups of residents gathered outside, quietly discussing the situation.
“One thing about this place, everybody helps everybody,” one neighbor said. “This is shocking.”
Another resident said they never imagined something like this would unfold so close to home.
Residents said it takes a village to raise a child, and now it is taking a village to find this sweet little girl.
Authorities continue to ask anyone with information about Genesis Reid’s whereabouts to contact the Enterprise Police Department.
