The person at the center of this case
Mella Chong-Gum
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Missing Person: Mella Chong-Gum
Justice for Mella Chong-Gum — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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Lead #1Where was sister Moana Chong-Gum (MP158470) last seen and what are the circumstances of their departure together?
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Lead #2Did anyone see Mella or Moana after they left home on May 9, 2026?
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Lead #3What was their intended destination when they left home?
Mella Chong-Gum, an 18-year-old Hawaiian/Pacific Islander female, went missing on May 9, 2026, after leaving her home in Springdale, Arkansas with her sister Moana. She was last seen wearing a brown shirt, brown pants, glasses, and brown Birkenstocks. The circumstances of their departure and current whereabouts remain unknown, and investigators are seeking any information about their location or activities that day.
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Lead #4Were there any communications, messages, or contacts made by either sister after May 9, 2026?
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NamUs case MP158471. Missing person: Mella Chong-Gum.
Last known contact: 2026-05-09 in Springdale, Washington, AR. Circumstances: Left home with sister Moana Chong-Gum (MP158470) on 5/9/2026.
Demographics: 18 years, Female, Hawaiian / Pacific Islander. Physical description: 5 ft 2 in, 120 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Brown shirt, brown pants; Eyewear: Glasses; Footwear: Brown Birkenstocks. Investigating agency: Springdale Police Department | 26-30340 | 2026-05-09.
Timeline of Events
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2026-05-09
Last Known Contact
Mella Chong-Gum left home with sister Moana Chong-Gum in Springdale, Washington, AR
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Case Information
Incident:May 9, 2026
Last Updated:May 15, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:May 9, 2026
Last Updated:May 15, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 4797514542
You can remain anonymous