AMBER Alert Issued for Missing 12-Year-Old Jacksonville Girl, Fernanda Arias
Jacksonville, FL – A statewide AMBER Alert has been issued for 12-year-old Fernanda Arias, who authorities believe may be in the company of a man named Jorge Reyes. The search is now on to locate the young girl and ensure her safe return.
According to the AMBER alert bulletin, Fernanda Arias was last seen in the 2300 block of Peach Drive in Jacksonville. She is described as having brown hair and eyes, weighing approximately 100 pounds, and standing at 4 feet, 11 inches tall.
While authorities don’t have a description listed for Jorge Reyes, they believe the two may be traveling together in a dark-colored 2-door Honda with a large rear spoiler. This information will be crucial for the public to identify their vehicle, should it be spotted.
Law enforcement officials are urging the public to exercise caution and refrain from approaching the two if they are found. Instead, they should immediately contact law enforcement with any relevant information that can assist in the swift and safe recovery of Fernanda Arias.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has released an image of Fernanda and urged anyone with information about her possible whereabouts or the individual she may be with to contact FDLE or their local authorities.
An AMBER Alert is a high-level emergency response system utilized across the country to quickly enlist public support in locating abducted children. The system is named after Amber Hagerman, a 9-year-old girl who was abducted and tragically murdered in Texas in 1996.
As the search for Fernanda Arias intensifies, authorities are relying on the cooperation and vigilance of the public to bring her home safely. Every effort must be made to ensure her well-being and reunite her with her loved ones.
If you have any information regarding Fernanda Arias or Jorge Reyes, please contact the Florida Department of Law Enforcement or your local law enforcement agency immediately. Together we can make a difference and bring Fernanda back to safety.