Missing Alabama teen with diabetes found safe in Tennessee; Man arrested

SPARTA, Tenn. () — A 15-year-old girl reported missing from Alabama was found safe inside a home in Tennessee last week, authorities say.

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Here are the 21 fugitives still at large Deputies said she did not have her insulin or diabetic supplies, which put her in danger.

Authorities waited for a male suspect to return to the home and arrested him.

The White County Sheriff's Office said its team and the FBI found the girl inside a home in Sparta on Sept. 3.

Authorities said the girl is from Decatur and has Type 1 diabetes. CRIME NEWS | Who is on the FBI and TBI most wanted lists?

The FBI is investigating how the man brought the girl across state lines. Investigators said the case remains under investigation.