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Community Rallies to Search for Missing El Paso Teen in Distress

KVIA•Monday, December 29, 2025 at 5:12 PM•CNN Newsource

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Camila Mendoza Olmos, a 19-year-old from San Antonio, Texas, has been missing since Christmas Eve, prompting urgent search efforts by her family and local authorities. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office has issued a CLEAR Alert, indicating she may be in imminent danger, potentially due to abduction or self-harm. Last seen on surveillance footage around 7 a.m. on Christmas Eve, Mendoza Olmos was reportedly looking inside her car before disappearing. Investigators are seeking community assistance in gathering any video evidence that could aid in locating her. The FBI and Homeland Security are also involved in the case, examining potential outbound flights and border crossings.

Key Details: • Last seen on December 24, 2023, around 7 a.m. near her home. • Wearing a black hoodie, baby blue pajama bottoms, and white shoes. • Community volunteers are actively searching and gathering video evidence. • CLEAR Alert issued due to concerns of imminent danger. • Contact local authorities with any information or video evidence.

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