Search Launched for Missing Teen in San Antonio
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is seeking public help to locate 16-year-old Ava Sophia Hernandez.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Pre-Teens
Ava Sophia Hernandez, 16, disappeared from the Northeast Side of San Antonio on September 29, 2026. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has issued a call for public assistance to help locate the missing teenager.
Why it matters
Law enforcement officials are requesting immediate information from the public to help safely locate the missing youth. Prompt reporting of sightings is a critical component in emergency response efforts for missing persons.
Official reports from the Bexar County Sheriff's Office confirm the subject is 16 years old and was last seen on the 7100 block of Glen Haven. The search remains active as officials characterize the investigation as a missing person case.
The players
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and criminal investigations in the San Antonio area.
Ava Sophia Hernandez
The 16-year-old individual who was last seen on the Northeast Side of San Antonio.
The details
Ava Sophia Hernandez is described as being 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 112 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is managing the search operation and has provided a direct line for anyone who may have relevant information regarding her whereabouts. Local authorities utilize these physical descriptors and the specific location of the last sighting to coordinate search efforts across the community.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: Ava Sophia Hernandez was last seen on the 7100 block of Glen Haven.
Health Landscape
This search follows established safety protocols maintained by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office for missing minors. These procedures prioritize public outreach and immediate documentation to mobilize community-wide assistance.
Residents of the Northeast Side who may have seen the individual are encouraged to contact authorities immediately. Please reach out to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office at 210-335-6000 with any potentially helpful information.
The takeaway
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is requesting public assistance to locate Ava Sophia Hernandez. If you have information regarding her current location, contact the sheriff's office at 210-335-6000.
Further reading
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