Authorities Urge Public’s Help to Locate Missing Teen
Vancouver police are asking for the public’s assistance in finding a 14-year-old girl who they believe may have traveled to Portland to meet an unknown man. The case has sparked growing concern among local authorities and the community as the search continues across state lines.
The missing girl, identified as Ariella J. Archie, was last seen near Southeast 164th Avenue and McGillivray Boulevard in Vancouver, Washington. Police say she was last spotted wearing a black shirt, black pants, black shoes, and a white button-up shirt. She currently has long, dark hair.
Investigators fear Ariella may have arranged to meet someone she met online or through other communication channels, though details remain under investigation. Authorities are working closely with Oregon law enforcement agencies, including the Portland Police Bureau, to locate her safely.
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Cross-State Search Underway
Because police believe Ariella may have crossed into Portland, coordination between Washington and Oregon law enforcement has intensified. Officers are reviewing surveillance footage, interviewing friends and family, and following digital evidence that could help trace her movements.
Detectives say time is critical in missing juvenile cases, especially when online contact with strangers is suspected. Vancouver Police have asked anyone who may have seen Ariella or knows of her whereabouts to come forward immediately.
“We are deeply concerned for her safety,” a department spokesperson said. “We’re working with our partners in Portland and asking the community to stay alert and report any information that could help bring her home.”
Public Asked to Remain Vigilant
Authorities are encouraging parents and guardians to talk with their children about online safety, particularly the risks of meeting strangers in person. They warn that predators often use social media and messaging platforms to target young people.
Community members are urged to check their security cameras and report any sightings that match Ariella’s description. Police say even small details—such as noticing a girl matching her appearance at a bus stop, shopping center, or transit station—could make a crucial difference.
How to Help
Anyone with information about Ariella J. Archie’s location is urged to contact the Vancouver Police Department immediately. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Clark County Crime Stoppers.
Officials stress that the priority is ensuring Ariella’s safety and reuniting her with her family. As the search continues across the Portland-Vancouver metro area, law enforcement agencies are hopeful that community awareness will lead to a swift resolution.
