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Missing 16-Year-Old Pacific Islander Sparks Turquoise Alert

11/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Yolyn Hermios, a 16-year-old Pacific Islander, is the subject of a Turquoise Alert issued by Mesa police on November 2 after she went missing on November 1.
She was last seen around 6:50 p.m. near Dobson and Broadway roads.
Authorities describe her as 4 feet 2 inches tall, 110 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.
Authorities urge anyone with information to call 911.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2015, Arizona's Turquoise Alert system aims to locate missing individuals, particularly vulnerable populations. Since its inception, over 100 alerts have been issued, underscoring the urgency of these cases. The recent disappearance of Yolyn Hermios highlights ongoing challenges in addressing missing persons, especially youth, and reflects a growing recognition of the need for specialized community response mechanisms.

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Story summary

Yolyn Hermios, a 16-year-old Pacific Islander, is the subject of a Turquoise Alert issued by Mesa police on November 2 after she went missing on November 1.
She was last seen around 6:50 p.m. near Dobson and Broadway roads.
Authorities describe her as 4 feet 2 inches tall, 110 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.
Authorities urge anyone with information to call 911.

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