UPDATE: 17/10/2023 9:24am
Good news… Olivia has been found safe and well after someone recognized her from seeing her missing poster at a bus stop in Vecindario.
They messaged a picture of her to her mother Linda, who immediately went and got her. Fortunately, she is back at home now with her family.
Original article...
In a concerning turn of events, 15-year-old Olivia, a British teenager, mysteriously disappeared from her home in Cruce de Arinaga, located on the southeastern coast of Gran Canaria, near Vecindario, on the Friday afternoon (October 13th), after last being seen at approximately 3:00pm when she went to dispose of some rubbish and failed to return.
According to her distraught mother, Linda, Olivia left her home without her phone, any money, or her bus pass. The teenager was dressed in black jeans and black-and-white Converse trainers at the time of her disappearance.
Linda, who is understandably worried about her daughter's safety, disclosed that Olivia had been displaying signs of distress and suggested that she may have a boyfriend, potentially older, residing in Las Palmas.
Concerned for her daughter's well-being, Linda initially sought assistance from local authorities. However, her efforts to communicate with the Spanish-speaking personnel at a police station and the Maspalomas Policia Nacional proved challenging. It was only after a night of relentless searching that Linda was able to establish contact with the Guardia Civil in Agüimes, the municipality where they live.
In a bid to raise awareness and gather support, Linda shared the details of Olivia's disappearance on a Facebook group, "Jobs and Help GC." This online community quickly responded with comments and offers of assistance, including translating for Linda and providing her with the Policia Nacional telephone number for non-Spanish speakers.
The news of Olivia's disappearance has begun to circulate among the local and expat community, with many people sharing information in the hope of aiding in the search for the missing teenager. Olivia's status as a minor further underscores the urgency of the situation, making her swift return a top priority.
While it is not uncommon for teenagers to venture out on their own, Olivia's departure without essential items has heightened concerns. Olivia's mother, Linda, is appealing to the public for help and is urging anyone who may have information about her daughter's whereabouts to come forward.
In the event of a sighting or any relevant information regarding Olivia's disappearance, please inform Olivia that her mother is actively searching for her and that she should contact either the Guardia Civil or the Policia Nacional as soon as possible. The Gran Canaria community and concerned individuals are joining hands in the hope of ensuring Olivia's safe return.
