LOS ANGELES, CA – The search intensifies for a missing Southern California teenager who vanished several weeks ago, leaving her family in distress and the community on high alert.
Chloe Castro, 16, was last seen on July 1, departing from her high school in Reseda around 10 a.m., according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Her sudden disappearance has left her family deeply concerned for her safety.
Standing at 4 feet 9 inches tall and weighing approximately 90 pounds, Castro has brown eyes, black hair, and distinctive piercings on her ears and septum. Despite extensive efforts, her loved ones have not heard from her since she went missing.
Authorities believe Castro may still be in the San Fernando Valley area. Her father, Scott Castro, expressed the family’s anguish, emphasizing their unwavering love and hope for her safe return. “We want Chloe to know that we believe in her and love her with all of our hearts,” he said. “We miss her and want her to be safe and happy.”
The community has rallied around the Castro family, sharing information and searching for any clues that might lead to Chloe’s whereabouts. Officials urge anyone with information to contact the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or the Los Angeles Police Department at 1-877-275-5273.
As the days pass, the urgency to find Chloe grows, with her family and friends holding onto hope and continuing their relentless search.