Following a two-week search, the Los Angeles Police Department announced on November 12 that after receiving a tip they were led to a home in Texas, where a woman identified herself as Banks. It was reported that no foul play was suspected in her disappearance, and the case has since been closed.

Actress Chanel Maya Banks has emerged safe after being reported missing, denying family claims of concern and alleging decades of abuse. Banks, known for roles in Gossip Girl and Blue Bloods, issued a statement Wednesday through True Crime News declaring herself "finally free" after what she describes as years of family control.

Los Angeles police said “Gossip Girl” actor Chanel Banks was found safe after her reported disappearance days ago, but family members insist that the 36-year-old is still missing.

“Five days without hearing from my cousin is red flags and alarm bells,” Banks’ cousin Danielle-Tori Singh told Eyewitness News on Wednesday, November 13. “She doesn’t go more than 48 hours without speaking to me or her mom. That girl is more like a big sister to me.”

Disclaimer: This article contains mentions of sexual abuse. Reader discretion is advised. Missing Gossip Girl actor Chanel Banks, who was found in Texas on Monday, has accused her family of abuse in a shocking Instagram note.

Gossip Girl” alum Chanel Banks, who also acted on “Blue Bloods,” has been found safe after she went missing for two weeks and her husband was reportedly uncooperative with

Depending on whom you ask, Chanel Maya Banks is either a missing person who may be in danger or hurt, or she has been located and is safe.

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