For the last few weeks, the public has been enthralled in the whereabouts of a 32-year-old Clinton woman who was determined by authorities to have voluntarily left the area.

The response and speculation on social media over the last few weeks have Clinton Police Chief rather irritated. He feels the speculation from the public projected an attitude of entitlement into the business of a private citizen.

On the WHOW Morning Show Wednesday, the Chief admitted he did make a minor misspeak at one point in informing the public. He explains they did not close the case after they determined she left the area without evidence of criminal misconduct or foul play but in fact, the woman's status was considered still missing as they sought to verify her safety.

The Police Department put out a statement earlier this week Juana Arellano-Garnica's safety and well-being have been confirmed and the case is closed in its entirety. 

The Chief thanked the DeWitt County Sheriff's Office and the Illinois State Police for their assistance in the investigation.