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Pauline Gerstenberg
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Missing Person: Pauline Gerstenberg
Justice for Pauline Gerstenberg — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1Why did Pauline run away from the group home, and what circumstances led to her disappearance?
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Lead #2Has Pauline attempted to contact family, friends, or anyone else since January 12, 2026?
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Lead #3Where might a 14-year-old girl seek shelter or assistance in the Orange County area?
Pauline Gerstenberg, a 14-year-old girl, ran away from a group home in Orange, California on January 12, 2026, and has not been seen or heard from since. Her current whereabouts remain unknown, and authorities are concerned for her safety and welfare. Anyone with information about Pauline's location or activities since her disappearance is urged to contact the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
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NamUs case MP159653. Missing person: Pauline Gerstenberg.
Last known contact: 2026-01-12 in Orange, Orange, CA. Circumstances: Pauline ran away from group home on 1/12/2026 and has not been seen or heard from since.
Demographics: 14 years, Female, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 5 in, 120 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Orange County Sheriff's Department | 26-001202 | 2026-01-12.
Timeline of Events
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2026-01-12
Runaway from Group Home
Pauline Gerstenberg ran away from a group home in Orange, California on January 12, 2026.
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Case Information
Incident:January 12, 2026
Last Updated:June 25, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 12, 2026
Last Updated:June 25, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 7146477000
You can remain anonymous