Orange County, Fla. – The Orange County Sheriff’s Office issued an urgent request for information after a 12‑year‑old girl was reported missing on Monday. The child, identified as Lisseth Inez Bamaca Gonzalez, was last seen in the vicinity of the Bravo Supermarket on Oak Ridge Road.
According to the sheriff’s office, Gonzalez stands about five feet tall, weighs roughly 100 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. Deputies emphasized the seriousness of the situation given her age and the limited time since she was last observed.
Law‑enforcement officials are urging anyone who may have seen the girl or who has any knowledge of her whereabouts to contact emergency services immediately by dialing 911. The department also asked the public to share any relevant information through the agency’s social‑media channels.
Deputies noted that the area surrounding the Bravo Supermarket is a busy commercial zone, and they are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and traffic cameras. They have also canvassed the neighborhood, speaking with residents and business owners to gather potential leads.
Orange County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson reminded the community that timely tips can be critical in missing‑person investigations, especially when the subject is a child. “We appreciate the cooperation of our neighbors and ask that anyone with information, no matter how small it may seem, reach out right away,” the spokesperson said.
How the public can help
Authorities provided the following guidance for residents who may have relevant information:
- Check personal and vehicle cameras for any footage of the girl in the area.
- Speak with neighbors, especially those who live or work near Oak Ridge Road, to see if they noticed anything unusual.
- Report any sightings, even if the child appears to be with an adult, as this could aid the investigation.
In addition to calling 911, the sheriff’s office encouraged tips to be submitted via their official website or through the anonymous tip line, which can be accessed online.
Community response
Local community groups and churches have already begun organizing search efforts and offering support to the family. Several volunteers have gathered at the supermarket’s parking lot to distribute flyers and coordinate a neighborhood sweep.
Parents in the area expressed concern for the safety of their own children and praised the swift response from law‑enforcement. “We all look out for each other here,” said one resident, who asked to remain unnamed. “If we can help bring Lisseth home, we’ll do whatever it takes.”
The investigation remains ongoing. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office will continue to update the public as new information becomes available.
Original reporting: WESH Orlando — read the source article.
