NEW ORLEANS, LA – The disappearance of a 14-year-old girl during a museum visit has prompted fears of human trafficking, according to local authorities.
Kristhal Chinchilla-Canizales was with a group under the supervision of the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) when she went missing on May 22. The outing to a museum in New Orleans’ Central Business District took a dark turn when Chinchilla-Canizales separated from the group and vanished.
Police are deeply concerned that the teenager may have been targeted by human traffickers, though they have not provided specific details on what led them to this conclusion. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are seeking public assistance to locate her.
Given her young age, details about Chinchilla-Canizales are sparse. She was last seen wearing a black Harley-Davidson pullover and a blue yoga-style jumpsuit. She stands 5 feet, 2 inches tall and weighs around 135 pounds.
The New Orleans Police Department has issued a call for anyone with information to reach out to their Special Investigations Division at 504-658-5267. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any sightings or tips.
The DCFS has yet to comment on the situation, leaving many questions unanswered as the search intensifies. The case has captured the attention of both local residents and authorities, who are working tirelessly to bring Chinchilla-Canizales home safely.