Lakewood, CA – The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed Tuesday that 15-year-old Camryn Sanchez Smith, who had been reported missing and considered “at risk,” has been safely located.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Lakewood Station, Camryn was found after an active search effort involving deputies, media partners, and the public. She had last been seen on the evening of January 4, 2026, in the 5700 block of Wolfe Street in Lakewood.
Authorities had classified the teen as a habitual runaway, expressing concern for her well-being. A special bulletin was issued earlier this week urging the public’s help in locating her.
“Thank you to the public, the media, and deputy personnel for their tireless efforts in the search for Camryn,” the department stated in an official release forwarded by the Sheriff’s Information Bureau.
The department did not release additional details about where or how Smith was found but confirmed she is safe and back with family.
Residents are encouraged to continue following official channels for verified updates on similar alerts through the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and lacrimestoppers.org.
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