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Missing Colorado Girls Found Safe After Intensive Search

12/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Eva and Neilliy, two middle school girls from Colorado Springs, were found safe on December 16 after going missing following a basketball game in Elbert County.
They were last seen leaving Elbert School around 5 p.m. on December 15.
A search involving local authorities, drones, and canines began immediately.
They were located about 7–8 miles from the school by a rancher around 9 a.m. on December 16.

History

Historical Context

The alarming rate of missing children in the U.S. has prompted significant community and law enforcement responses since 2010, with over 800,000 cases reported annually. The tragic disappearance of Kyron Horman in June 2010 sparked Oregon's largest criminal investigation, highlighting the critical need for effective safety measures and community awareness to protect vulnerable youth.

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Story summary

Eva and Neilliy, two middle school girls from Colorado Springs, were found safe on December 16 after going missing following a basketball game in Elbert County.
They were last seen leaving Elbert School around 5 p.m. on December 15.
A search involving local authorities, drones, and canines began immediately.
They were located about 7–8 miles from the school by a rancher around 9 a.m. on December 16.

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