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CHARLOTTE — A 15-year-old girl who was reported missing has been found safe, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Police said Vaniah Nichols was last seen on Thursday at Target on 8120 University Blvd.
Just before 10:30 a.m. Friday, police announced that Nichols had returned home safely.
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