
The person at the center of this case
Bella Cardenas
Justice for Bella Cardenas — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Where has Bella been staying since running away on February 7, 2026?
Has anyone had contact with Bella or seen her since her disappearance?
What circumstances led to Bella running away from the group home?
Bella Cardenas, a 17-year-old Hispanic female, ran away from a group home in Orange, California on February 7, 2026. She has not been located since her disappearance, and the circumstances surrounding her whereabouts remain unknown. Anyone with information about Bella's location or welfare is urged to contact the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
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Official wording
NamUs case MP159655. Missing person: Bella Cardenas.
Last known contact: 2026-02-07 in Orange, Orange, CA. Circumstances: Bella ran away from group home on 2/7/2026.
Demographics: 17 years, Female, Hispanic / Latino. Physical description: 5 ft 4 in, 120 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Orange County Sheriff's Department | 26-004228 | 2026-06-16.
17-year-old Bella Cardenas ran away from a group home in Orange, California on February 7, 2026. This was her last known contact.
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.