The morning after her daughter was returned home to her, Talitha Robinson-Russell — the mother of Carlethia “Carlee” Nichole Russell — is speaking out and asking for privacy until the family is ready to talk.
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As we’ve been updating, on Thursday (July 13), 25-year-old nursing student went missing after pulling over on Alabama’s I-495 to help a stranded child. After calling Hoover Police and then her family, she went missing. On Saturday (July 15), Russell returned to her parents’ home, where she lives, safe, but in shock. She was then taken to the hospital for evaluations.
Since her return, Carlee Russell’s boyfriend, Thomar Latrell Simmons, broke his silence earlier, taking to his Instagram to share photos and videos of the two, while clearing his name of any wrongdoing in her disappearance.
Simmons thanked the public for their wishes and prayers, and also revealed that the slander and false allegations of him having something to do with her abduction discouraged him at times during her disappearance.
Now, Carlee Russell’s mother, Talitha, has taken to her Facebook page to break her own silence, while asking for privacy until the family is ready to talk and release an official statement.
She began, “My husband and I want to make this statement again as we did last night. It’s nothing more to add or take away from how we’re feeling right now. God is faithful and He has answered our prayers. We are so grateful to each of you for all the acts of kindness, generosity, and compassion you have shown. Our baby is safe!!!!!!!!!! Thank you Father God.”
The post continued, “We do want to ask for privacy at this time to allow us to just love on our daughter and each other with our close family and friends. Also, please consider the fact we have not slept for 3 nights and we are mentally and physically exhausted. To our media friends, I promise we will speak with you and give a general statement in the near future as this is an ongoing investigation”
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Carlee Russell’s mother added, “We consider the media outlets that cared enough to share this story, law enforcement agencies, special investigators, city leaders to be our friends and we will be respectful of all. For everyone that has messaged or called to rejoice with us, we are so grateful for your concern! Just as we made a commitment to not entertain negative thoughts during the time our daughter was missing, we surely will not entertain negative thoughts/statements, unvalidated opinions, or sheer ignorance at such a joyous time.”
She concluded, “We pray that those that doubt God’s power, miracles, and the power of faith will be encouraged to draw closer to Him and learn the power of positive affirmations and unwavering faith. We love each of you and are eternally indebted for your support and love. Be blessed, The Russells.”
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