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A 16-year-old girl who was reported missing early Saturday is believed to be in "extreme danger" with a St. John man considered to be "armed and dangerous," police said.

Madison Elizabeth Eddlemon, of Crown Point, was reported missing 12:01 a.m. Saturday, Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. said. She was initially reported as a runaway from home.

"I just want her home and safe," said Nichole Cain, Eddlemon's mother. "If anyone knows anything, please call the police. I want my daughter back. That's all I want."

In the early morning hours, Eddlemon's vehicle was found with no one inside at an intersection near her home. Police said it's believed Eddlemon was last known to be in the company of 22-year-old Alexander Curry-Fishtorn, of St. John.

It's unknown if the girl was taken by force or if she is voluntarily with Curry-Fishtorn, Martinez said. She is believed to be in extreme danger, saying it's believed Curry-Fishtorn is "armed and dangerous," Martinez said.

Cain said her daughter's car was found parked at a stop sign at the intersection of Cleveland Street and Sherwood Drive in Crown Point. She said the teen left her clothes in the car and didn't take any belongings with her. She believes Curry-Fishtorn is responsible for her daughter's disappearance.