According to police reports, the Vermont State Police are investigating the disappearance of 22-year-old Deserae D. Merrill from Jericho. She was last seen on May 1, 2026, around 8:30 PM, as she left her home to meet friends. While the circumstances surrounding her absence do not appear suspicious, authorities express concern for her well-being.
Merrill is described as approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing about 165 pounds, with shoulder-length hair and hazel eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a dark shirt and purple Crocs, and she was carrying a small handbag. Police believe she may be driving a blue Toyota Camry with Vermont license plate KZC108.
Authorities are asking anyone with information regarding Merrill’s whereabouts to contact the Vermont State Police at the Williston Barracks at 802-878-7111.
The investigation is ongoing, and the current status of the case may evolve as new information becomes available.
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Last modified: May 2, 2026
