
The person at the center of this case
Aurora Scarlet Rose Brunner
Justice for Aurora Scarlet Rose Brunner — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Who is the 14-year-old friend that Aurora left with, and what do they know about her intended destination?
What did the notes left behind specifically state, and are there any other communications or digital activity that could indicate her direction of travel?
Why did Aurora leave notes mentioning both Texas and San Francisco—was one destination more likely than the other?
Aurora Scarlet Rose Brunner, a 13-year-old girl, disappeared on May 16, 2026, from Redlands, California after leaving with a 14-year-old friend and leaving behind notes suggesting travel to Texas or San Francisco. Her current whereabouts remain unknown, and investigators are seeking information about her destination and the circumstances of her departure. Anyone with information about Aurora's location or the friend she left with is urged to contact the Redlands Police Department immediately.
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Has Aurora been spotted using her blue backpack or wearing the light grey hoodie and black leggings she left in?
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Official wording
NamUs case MP158948. Missing person: Aurora Scarlet Rose Brunner.
Last known contact: 2026-05-16 in Redlands, San Bernardino, CA. Circumstances: Aurora was last seen on 05/16/2026.
She left with a 14yo friend, leaving several notes behind. One note stated they were going to Texas and another indicated possibly going to San Francisco.
Demographics: 13 years, Female, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 0 in, 100 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Blue.
Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Blue backpack.; Clothing: Light grey hoodie and black leggings with a hole in the left knee.. Investigating agency: Redlands Police Department | 260018069 | 2026-05-17.
Aurora was last seen on May 16, 2026 in Redlands, California. She left with a 14-year-old friend and left several notes behind indicating possible travel to Texas or San Francisco.
Redlands Police Department opened missing person case MP158948 on May 17, 2026.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.