Dulce Maria Alavez

Dulce Maria Alavez, a 5-year-old girl, disappeared on September 16, 2019, while playing in Bridgeton City Park in New Jersey during a family outing; her younger brother returned to the car without her, and authorities believe she may have been abducted by a stranger in a crime of opportunity. Over a year later, her whereabouts remain unknown despite extensive searches, a $75,000 reward, and investigations spanning multiple states, including a search in Ohio prompted by anonymous letters. The case continues to draw national attention and community support, with authorities seeking any credible information while combating false leads and misinformation that hinder the investigation.