Pasco County sheriff’s deputies are urging the community to help locate 14‑year‑old Serenity Bell, who has been classified as a missing and runaway juvenile. Bell was last seen at approximately 1:40 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, in the vicinity of Bluff Meadow Court in Wesley Chapel, Florida.
Details of the Missing Teen
According to the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office, Serenity Bell stands about 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs roughly 120 pounds. She has brown eyes and black hair. At the time she was last observed, she was wearing a black hoodie over a white shirt, black shorts, black sneakers, and a gold chain.
How the Public Can Assist
Deputies stress that any information, no matter how small, could be critical to locating Bell. Anyone who may have seen her or who has knowledge of her whereabouts is asked to call the Pasco Sheriff’s non‑emergency line at 727‑847‑8102, option 7. The department assures that tips will be handled confidentially.
Background on Missing‑and‑Runaway Classifications
The sheriff’s office classifies Bell as both missing and runaway, a designation used when a minor leaves home without parental permission and cannot be located. This status triggers a coordinated response from law‑enforcement, child‑welfare agencies, and community volunteers.
Community Response and Safety Concerns
Local residents have expressed concern for Bell’s safety and are encouraged to remain vigilant, especially in neighborhoods surrounding Bluff Meadow Court. Parents are reminded to discuss safety plans with their children, including what to do if approached by strangers and how to stay in contact with family members.
Contact Information
For updates on the search or to provide information, the public should continue to use the non‑emergency line mentioned above. Additional details may be posted on the Pasco County Sheriff’s official website and social‑media channels.
The search for Serenity Bell remains active, and deputies thank the community for any assistance that may lead to her safe return.
Original reporting: Tampa Free Press — read the source article.
