Indiana family of 5 missing since Fourth of July

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department believes the three children to be in "extreme danger."

INDIANAPOLIS (NewsNation/WXIN) — The disappearance of an Indiana family of five late last week has prompted a frantic search for three young children who police believe to be in "extreme danger."

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department issued a Silver Alert on Friday, announcing its investigation into the disappearance of Willie Terrell, 50, and Jessika Terrell, 31, along with their three children Frankie Terrell, 4; Queen Terrell, 3; and King Terrell, 1.

The three children were last seen with Willie and Jessika Terrell, their biological parents, on Thursday, police said.

"They are believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance," the IMPD said.

Frankie Terrell was last seen wearing a pink shirt and blue pants. The 4-year-old is a Black female with brown hair, brown eyes and weighs about 46 pounds.

Her sister, Queen Terrell, was last seen wearing a pink shirt, gray pants and light-up tennis shoes, the police said. The 3-year-old is a Black female with brown hair, brown eyes and weighs about 30 pounds.

Their brother, King Terrell, was last seen wearing a Mickey Mouse outfit and red shoes. He is a Black male with brown hair, brown eyes and weighs about 15 pounds.

The IMPD has asked the public for help in finding the missing family. For those with information regarding the whereabouts of the Terrells, contact the IMPD at 317-327-6541 or 911.