A missing-person bulletin has been issued for 14-year-old Jade Duran, who was last seen on Halloween afternoon in Panorama City, California. Authorities say she has not been in contact with her family since and could be in danger. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is urging anyone with information to come forward immediately.
Missing Since Halloween
Jade Duran was last seen at approximately 3 p.m. on October 31 in the 8500 block of Sylmar Avenue in Panorama City. Although she normally lives in Orange County, investigators believe she may currently be in southern Los Angeles or nearby regions.
She is described as a Hispanic female with brown hair and brown eyes, standing about 5 ft 5 in and weighing around 140 lbs. At the time of her disappearance she was wearing a black jacket and black pants and carrying a pink backpack.
Family Concern and Public Appeal
Jade’s family reports no contact since she vanished and has raised alarms about her wellbeing. Investigators have not released any information regarding potential mental or health conditions that might explain her disappearance.
The LAPD is asking the public to review any recent sightings or unusual activity in their neighbourhoods and to contact Detective Summey in the Mission Division at (818) 838-9890. Anonymous tips can also be made through LA Regional Crime Stoppers.
What You Can Do
- If you have seen a young Hispanic female matching Jade’s description or believe you know her whereabouts, call the LAPD immediately.
- Check any possible social media or local area sightings around Halloween and early November.
- Share this alert within your networks—every tip helps.
- Remain alert for a person in their early teens carrying a pink backpack and dressed in dark clothing.
