HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – WHNT News 19 found two Instagram accounts believed to belong to 15-year-old Elizabeth Thomas and 50-year-old Tad Cummins.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation claims Cummins possibly used his role as a teacher to lure Thomas and potentially sexually exploit her.

A number of people on social media feel the same way.

One Instagram user commented on Cummins page saying, “This entire Instagram account shows a predator grooming his prey. I hope this young girl is rescued safely and this old man ends up behind bars​.”

The last picture uploaded on what appears to be Cummins account is an image saying “It’s a beautiful day to start.”

That post was made three days ago, the same day Thomas was reported missing.

Many social media users are begging the suspect to do the right thing.

​”Be a man of god and bring her back. She’s a child, she doesn’t know what she wants right now. You are defying Jesus by doing this. Please, be a good man and return her.”

Some people are also tweeting at him, hoping he will turn himself in.

“C’mon man your a teacher. act like it and be responsible. This girl should be at home with her family, step up and #takeherhome.”

Monday is also the last day Thomas posted on Instagram.

We are closely following the developments in this case.

Stay with WHNT on air, online, and on our mobile app for the latest.</s></s>The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released new information into the disappearance of Elizabeth Thomas, the victim in an ongoing AMBER Alert in Tennessee and Alabama. They have also released more pictures of Elizabeth.

TBI issued the AMBER Alert on Monday after Elizabeth’s parents reported her missing and law enforcement issued an arrest warrant for Cummins.

Investigators have since received approximately 120 leads; none of which has produced any credible sightings of either individual. They believe the low number of tips means they are likely our of the view of the general public or outside the southeast where most of the news coverage has been. “Having last been seen on Monday morning, the individuals could, frankly, be anywhere,” say investigators.

The TBI has been able to develop the following timeline of the events:

Monday, March 13th:

 APPROXIMATELY 7:30-7:45 AM CST: A friend of Elizabeth Thomas dropped Thomas off at the Shoney’s in Columbia, Tennessee.

 8:32 AM CST: Surveillance video appears to show Tad Cummins at the nearby Shell station, fueling his Nissan Rogue.

 12:41 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department entered the child as ‘missing’ in NCIC, the nation’s law enforcement internal communications database.

 3:06 PM CST: Information places Thomas in the area of Decatur, Alabama.

Tuesday, March 14th:

 3:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department officially requested an alert.

 4:18 PM CST: TBI issued an Endangered Child Alert.

 4:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department secures the warrant for Cummins, charging him with one count of Sexual Contact with a Minor.

 5:53 PM CST: Due to the warrant being placed against Cummins, TBI upgraded its alert to an AMBER Alert.

Wednesday, 22nd:

 District Attorney General Brent Cooper confirmed the details of the incident for which Cummins now faces a charge is connected to an alleged interaction between Cummins and Thomas at the school where he taught and where she was a student.

The school district suspended Cummins when the allegations surfaced and terminated his employment Tuesday.

The TBI would urge the public to remain vigilant and report any information that may prove beneficial in the ongoing search to 1-800-TBI-FIND. If you spot the vehicle and can verify the license plate to be TN 976-ZPT, call 911.</s>TBI releases update to Amber Alert for 15-year old Elizabeth Thomas

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation remains extremely concerned for the well-being of Elizabeth Thomas, the victim in an ongoing AMBER Alerts in Tennessee and Alabama.

Though the TBI cannot discuss specifics at this time, investigative efforts have revealed a troubling pattern of behavior by Tad Cummins, suggesting the 50-year-old may have been abusing his role as a teacher to groom this vulnerable young girl for some time in an effort to lure and potentially sexually exploit her.

Thomas is believed to be in the custody of 50-year-old Tad Cummins, a white male, who stands 6’0”, weighs approximately 200 pounds, and has brown hair and eyes.

He is believe to be armed with two handguns and driving a silver Nissan Rogue with Tennessee tag 976-ZPT. A warrant has been issued for Cummins for Sexual Contact with a Minor.

Since issuing the AMBER Alert at approximately 6:00 CST Tuesday, the TBI has received approximately 120 leads. None has produced any credible sightings about the whereabouts of either individual.

Because of the shockingly low number of tips, the TBI has concluded the individuals are likely out of the view of the general public or outside the original net cast across the southeast to notify the public about their disappearance. Having last been seen on Monday morning, the individuals could, frankly, be anywhere.

Ongoing investigative efforts indicate Thomas was last seen on Monday morning at approximately 8:00am at the Shoney’s in Columbia, Tennessee, after being dropped off there by a friend. Her parents reported her as missing later that same day. Investigators can place Thomas in Decatur, Alabama at approximately 3:06pm CT on Monday afternoon, though neither individual has a known connection there and may have just been passing through the area.

The TBI has been able to develop the following timeline of the events placing Cummins and Thomas in the same vicinity just prior to their disappearance on Monday.

Approximately 7:30am-7:45am CT: A friend of Elizabeth Thomas dropped Thomas off at the Shoney’s in Columbia, Tennessee.

 8:32am CT: Surveillance video appears to show Tad Cummins at the nearby Shell station, fueling his Nissan Rogue.

 12:41on CT: The Maury County Sheriff’s Office entered the child as ‘missing’ in NCIC, the nation’s law enforcement internal communications database.

 3:06pm CT: Information places Thomas in the area of Decatur, Alabama.

3:49pm CT: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department officially requested an alert.

 4:18pm CT: TBI issued an Endangered Child Alert.

 4:49pm CT: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department secures the warrant for Cummins, charging him with one count of Sexual Contact with a Minor.

 5:53pm CT: Due to the warrant being placed against Cummins, TBI upgraded its alert to an AMBER Alert.

On Wednesday, 22nd District Attorney General Brent Cooper confirmed the details of the incident for which Cummins now faces a charge is connected to an alleged interaction between Cummins and Thomas at the school where he taught and where she was a student. The school district suspended Cummins when the allegations surfaced and terminated his employment Tuesday.

To that end, the TBI would like to hear from anyone who may have had an interaction with either individual prior to their disappearance.

The TBI would urge the public to remain vigilant and report any information that may prove beneficial in the ongoing search to 1.800.TBI.FIND. If you spot the vehicle and can verify the license plate to be TN 976-ZPT, call 911.</s>Officials of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said they remain "extremely concerned" for the well-being of Elizabeth Thomas, the victim in an ongoing AMBER Alerts in Tennessee and Alabama. Though the TBI cannot discuss specifics at this time, investigative efforts have revealed a troubling pattern of behavior by Tad Cummins, suggesting the 50-year-old may have been abusing his role as a teacher to groom this vulnerable young girl for some time in an effort to lure and potentially sexually exploit her, it was stated.Elizabeth Thomas is a 15-year-old white female with blonde hair and hazel eyes. She stands 5’5” and weighs 120 pounds. She was last seen wearing a flannel shirt and black leggings.She is believed to be in the custody of the 50-year-old Cummins, a white male, who stands 6’, weighs approximately 200 pounds, and has brown hair and eyes. He is believe to be armed with two handguns and driving a silver Nissan Rogue with Tennessee tag 976-ZPT. A warrant has been issued for Cummins for sexual contact with a minor.Since issuing the AMBER Alert at approximately 6 p.m. CST Tuesday, the TBI has received approximately 120 leads. None has produced any credible sightings about the whereabouts of either individual. Because of the low number of tips, the TBI has concluded the individuals are likely out of the view of the general public or outside the original net cast across the Southeast to notify the public about their disappearance. Having last been seen on Monday morning, the individuals could be anywhere, it was stated.Ongoing investigative efforts indicate Elizabeth Thomas was last seen on Monday at approximately 8 a.m. at the Shoney’s in Columbia, Tn., after being dropped off there by a friend. Her parents reported her as missing later that same day. Investigators can place Thomas in Decatur, Ala., at approximately 3:06 CST on Monday afternoon, though neither individual has a known connection there and may have just been passing through the area.The TBI has been able to develop the following timeline of the events placing Cummins and Ms. Thomas in the same vicinity just prior to their disappearance on Monday:APPROXIMATELY 7:30-7:45 AM CST: A friend of Elizabeth Thomas dropped her off at the Shoney’s in Columbia.8:32 AM CST: Surveillance video appears to show Tad Cummins at the nearby Shell station, fueling his Nissan Rogue.12:41 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department entered the child as ‘missing’ in NCIC, the nation’s law enforcement internal communications database.3:06 PM CST: Information places Ms. Thomas in the area of Decatur, Ala.Tuesday, March 14:3:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department officially requested an alert.4:18 PM CST: TBI issued an Endangered Child Alert.4:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department secures the warrant for Cummins, charging him with one count of sexual contact with a minor.5:53 PM CST: Due to the warrant being placed against Cummins, TBI upgraded its alert to an AMBER Alert.On Wednesday, 22nd District Attorney General Brent Cooper confirmed the details of the incident for which Cummins now faces a charge is connected to an alleged interaction between Cummins and Ms. Thomas at the school where he taught and where she was a student. The school district suspended Cummins when the allegations surfaced and terminated his employment Tuesday.As part of its investigative work, the TBI continues to embark on an effort to understand the action of Cummins in the weeks leading up to the AMBER Alert. For example, the TBI has been able to determine Cummins secured a title loan for a personal vehicle and other personal effects several days before his disappearance, netting $4,500 in cash. To that end, the TBI would like to hear from anyone who may have had an interaction with either individual prior to their disappearance.The TBI would urge the public to remain vigilant and report any information that may prove beneficial in the ongoing search to 1-800-TBI-FIND. If you spot the vehicle and can verify the license plate to be TN 976-ZPT, call 911.</s>CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – No arrest, no recovery and precious few tips on the disappearance of 15 year old Elizabeth Thomas.

She was last seen Monday morning at a Shoney’s in Columbia, Tennessee on her way to school.

Authorities believe she is in the custody of 50 year old Tad Cummins.

A warrant has been issued for him for Sexual Contact with a Minor.

And authorities now say there was an alleged sexual interaction between them.

The school suspended him when the charges surfaced and then fired him on Tuesday.

They believe he is armed with two handguns.

He is driving a silver Nissan Rogue with Tennessee tag 976-ZPT.

The TBI has released video of Cummins gassing up just before Elizabeth Thomas disappeared on Monday.

Amber Alerts have been issued in Tennessee and Alabama.

Investigators say they can place Thomas in Decatur, Alabama on Monday afternoon, after Elizabeth disappeared.

Neither have any known connections there.

But there have been no sightings since then.

Investigators have found Cummins took out a $4,500 loan days before the disappearance.

If you have information on Thomas or Cummins, call the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND. If you spot the vehicle and can verify the license plate to be TN 976-ZPT, call 911.</s>Amber Alerts have been issued in Tennessee and Alabama for a 15-year-old girl believed to be with a former teacher who police say is armed and dangerous.Elizabeth Thomas was last seen around 8:00 a.m. Monday at a Shoney's restaurant in Columbia, Tenn., after being dropped off by a friend, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Her parents reported her missing later in the day.Investigators believe Thomas is in the custody of 50-year-old Tad Cummins. On Wednesday morning, District Attorney General Brent Coopers confirmed that Cummins is charged in connection with an alleged sexual interaction with Thomas at the school where he taught and she was a student. The school district suspended Cummins when the allegations surfaced and terminated his employment Tuesday, police said.Authorities said Thursday that their investigation has revealed a "troubling pattern of behavior" by Cummins, suggesting that he may have been abusing his role as a teacher to "groom this vulnerable young girl for some time in an effort to lure and potentially sexually exploit her."The TBI has been able to develop the following timeline of the events placing Cummins and Thomas in the same vicinity just prior to their disappearance on Monday:APPROXIMATELY 7:30-7:45 AM CST: A friend of Elizabeth Thomas dropped Thomas off at the Shoney's in Columbia, Tennessee.8:32 AM CST: Surveillance video appears to show Tad Cummins at the nearby Shell station, fueling his Nissan Rogue.12:41 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff's Department entered the child as 'missing' in NCIC, the nation's law enforcement internal communications database.3:06 PM CST: Information places Thomas in the area of Decatur, Alabama.Tuesday, March 14th:3:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff's Department officially requested an alert.4:18 PM CST: TBI issued an Endangered Child Alert.4:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff's Department secures the warrant for Cummins, charging him with one count of Sexual Contact with a Minor.5:53 PM CST: Due to the warrant being placed against Cummins, TBI upgraded its alert to an AMBER Alert.Thomas is described by police as being 5'5", 120 pounds with blonde hair and hazel eyes. She was last seen wearing a flannel shirt and black leggings. Police said Cummins has brown hair, brown eyes, is 6 feet tall and weighs approximately 200 pounds.Cummins is believed to be armed with two handguns and driving a silver Nissan Rogue with Tennessee tag 976-ZPT, police said.Investigators said they were able to place Thomas in Decatur, Ala., at around 3:00 p.m. Monday afternoon. Neither Thomas nor Cummins have any connection to the area, police said.Police said they were able to determine that Cummins secured a title loan for a personal vehicles several days before his disappearance, netting $4,500 in cash. Authorities are hoping to speak with anyone who may have had an interaction with either Cummins or Thomas prior to their disappearance.If you have information on Thomas or Cummins, call the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations at 1-800-TBI-FIND. If you spot the vehicle and can verify the license plate to be TN 976-ZPT, call 911.</s>An AMBER Alert was issued Monday, March 13, 2017 for Elizabeth Thomas, 15, who was reportedly taken by her former teacher, Tad Cummins, who is also charged with having sexual contact with her.</s>Search efforts enter their fifth day Friday as law enforcement continues looking for a 15-year-old Tennessee girl believed to be with a former teacher.

Amber Alerts are in effect in Tennessee and Alabama for Elizabeth Thomas who was last seen being dropped off by a friend at a Shoney’s restaurant in Columbia, Tennessee around 8 a.m. Monday, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Her parents reported her missing later the same day.

Investigators believe Thomas is currently with 50-year-old Tad Cummins, who is considered armed and dangerous.

District Attorney General Brent Coopers confirms Cummins was terminated earlier this week over accusations of sexual misconduct with Thomas at the school where he taught and she was a student.

At a press briefing Thursday, investigators say the investigation reveals a “troubling pattern of behavior” by Cummins, suggesting he may have been abusing his role as a teacher to “groom this vulnerable young girl for some time in an effort to lure and potentially sexually exploit her.”

The TBI has been able to develop the following timeline of the events placing Cummins and Thomas in the same vicinity just prior to their disappearance on Monday:

APPROXIMATELY 7:30-7:45 AM CST: A friend of Elizabeth Thomas dropped Thomas off at the Shoney’s in Columbia, Tennessee.

 8:32 AM CST: Surveillance video appears to show Tad Cummins at the nearby Shell station, fueling his Nissan Rogue.

 12:41 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department entered the child as ‘missing’ in NCIC, the nation’s law enforcement internal communications database. 3:06 PM CST: Information places Thomas in the area of Decatur, Alabama. Tuesday, March 14th:

 3:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department officially requested an alert.

 4:18 PM CST: TBI issued an Endangered Child Alert.

 4:49 PM CST: The Maury County Sheriff’s Department secures the warrant for Cummins, charging him with one count of Sexual Contact with a Minor.

 5:53 PM CST: Due to the warrant being placed against Cummins, TBI upgraded its alert to an AMBER Alert.

Thomas is described by police as a 5’5″, 120 pound girl with blonde hair and hazel eyes. She was last seen wearing a flannel shirt and black leggings. Police say Cummins is a 6 foot tall, 200 pound white male with brown hair and eyes.

Police believe Cummins is armed with two handguns and driving a silver Nissan Rogue with Tennessee tag 976-ZPT.

If you have information on Thomas or Cummins, call the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations at 1-800-TBI-FIND. If you spot the vehicle and can verify the license plate to be TN 976-ZPT, call 911.</s>Authorities continue their search for 15-year-old Mary Catherine Elizabeth Thomas . Investigators believe she is with 50-year-old Tad Cummins.

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation becomes involved in the search for Elizabeth Thomas and the manhunt for her suspected kidnapper, Tad Cummins.