The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate the disappearance of Winston resident Kendra Hanks and is seeking the public’s assistance in the case.

DCSO said in a press release Wednesday that the Sheriff’s Office has been tirelessly searching for information since the 18-year-old was reported missing on July 8. Hanks was reportedly walking home from her job with Ingram Book Company in Green on July 7 and was reported missing by her family after she didn’t arrive home.

According to DCSO, Hanks was last seen walking past B&D Meats on Highway 42 near Grange Road at approximately 4:00 pm on Thursday, July 7.

The Sheriff’s Office says it has enlisted the assistance of the Douglas County Search and Rescue, the FBI, and the Douglas County Major Crimes Team to help with the search for Hanks.

DCSO is also asking for those who live in the area where Hanks was last seen or were traveling through on July 7th to call (541) 440-4471 with any information which may be helpful to investigators.

Investigators also ask residents to review video surveillance systems and dash cameras that could provide valuable clues in solving the case. Residents can upload video or photographic footage at www.dcso.com/publichelp.

Hanks is described as a white female adult who is 5 feet, 2 inches tall, weighing 140lbs with brown hair and brown eyes. She was last known to be wearing a dark hoodie, jeans, yellow checkered Vans shoes and carrying a black backpack purse.