CORNELIUS, N.C. (WBTV) - 11-year-old Madalina Cojocari disappeared three years ago. She was last seen getting off her school bus on Victoria Bay Drive in Cornelius, North Carolina, on Nov. 21, 2022. On Tuesday, Nov. 25, Cornelius police posted a message on social media warning about misinformation circulating about the investigation.

“Misinformation can distract from the work being done and can unintentionally hinder the progress of an active investigation,” the post read. The message is from Deputy Chief Thompson and investigators.

“Right now, our priority is clear: finding Madalina. To keep our focus where it belongs, we ask everyone to rely on and share only verified information released directly by our department. When our community has the facts, we are stronger, more unified, and m

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