Officials with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) issued an Endangered Missing Advisory on Thursday evening for 11-year-old Luna Castilla, who has been reported missing in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood of Sun Valley. The emergency alert was released at approximately 5:14 p.m., raising immediate concern for the child’s safety.
Luna Castilla was last seen on Wednesday night at around 10:30 p.m. in the vicinity of Ensign Avenue and Leadwell Street, a residential area in Sun Valley. According to authorities, the child is believed to be on foot and may be in danger.
Described as standing 4 feet 9 inches tall and weighing around 90 pounds, Luna has brown hair and brown eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was reportedly wearing a black shirt, black shorts, a brown flannel hoodie, white socks, and baby blue-colored Crocs. Law enforcement agencies have not released any further information regarding the circumstances that led to her disappearance.
The issuance of an Endangered Missing Advisory typically signifies that law enforcement officials believe the individual is at risk and that public assistance could be critical to locating them safely. In Luna’s case, CHP and local police are asking for the public’s help and urging anyone who may have seen her or has any information to immediately contact 911.
The Sun Valley community is rallying together in hopes of finding Luna safe. Local residents have begun circulating her description and photo on social media in an effort to spread awareness and gather leads. Community organizations and schools in the area have also been notified, as the urgency of the situation continues to escalate.
Missing child cases like Luna’s are always taken seriously, especially when the individual is so young and potentially vulnerable. While investigators are still working to determine whether foul play is involved, the focus remains on locating the child as quickly as possible.
Luna’s disappearance has deeply impacted the local community, and concern is growing by the hour. As the search continues, time is of the essence, and officials are emphasizing the importance of public vigilance.
Anyone who may have seen Luna Castilla, recognizes her from the provided description, or has any information about her whereabouts is asked to call 911 without delay. Even the smallest detail could prove crucial in reuniting her with her family.
