Aaliyah Ruiz was 15 when she disappeared from Scottsbluff, Nebraska. She was last seen on August 27, 2023, and there have been no confirmed sightings or contact since that date. At the time she went missing she was described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, about 130 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes and a floral tattoo on her right forearm. She is described as Biracial, Hispanic and Native American.

Authorities in Scottsbluff report limited public detail about her last known movements. Investigators have received tips suggesting she might still be in the Scottsbluff area, while other information indicates she could be in San Jose, California, possibly with members of her biological family, which means searches may need to cross state lines. The Scottsbluff Police Department continues to seek any information that could lead to her location.

If anyone saw Aaliyah after August 27, 2023, or has information about her possible travel to or presence in California, contact the Scottsbluff Police Department.