Evelin Banegas-pagoada, 16, was last seen leaving a group home on Mill Creek Road in Americus, Georgia, on April 12, 2025. She reportedly walked away at about 7:45 p.m.; witnesses said she did not appear to be in distress. Evelin is 5 feet tall, about 170 pounds, with long black hair; at the time she left her hair was in a ponytail with four small yellow ribbons. She was wearing a black Selena t-shirt and white shorts and had an ink drawing on her wrist.

Neighbors, law enforcement and volunteers searched local neighborhoods, parks and trails, and investigators have followed public tips but so far no substantial leads have emerged. Authorities are considering the possibility she intended to meet someone but the investigation remains active. If anyone saw Evelin on the evening of April 12, 2025, or has information about her whereabouts, please contact the Americus Police Department.