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Statewide AMBER Alert Issued for Missing 12-Year-Old Girl in Austin
Authorities search for 18-year-old suspect believed to have abducted the child
Feb. 25, 2026 at 2:51am
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A statewide AMBER Alert has been issued for 12-year-old Jazzlyn Anzora, who was last seen early Tuesday morning in North Austin. Investigators are searching for 18-year-old Henry Mejia, who is believed to have abducted the child. Mejia is driving a red 2017 Ford Mustang with distinctive aftermarket chrome wheels and a white Instagram logo sticker.
Why it matters
AMBER Alerts are issued when law enforcement believes a child has been abducted and is in grave or immediate danger. The swift public notification through the AMBER Alert system is crucial to quickly locating the missing child and apprehending the suspected abductor.
The details
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the AMBER Alert was activated at the request of the Travis County Sheriff's Office. Jazzlyn Anzora was last seen around 12:00 a.m. on Feb. 24, 2026, in the 1700 block of Wells Branch Parkway in Austin. She was wearing a red sweater, a white long-sleeve shirt, Christmas-themed pajama pants, and carrying a Nike backpack. Authorities are searching for 18-year-old Henry Mejia, described as a white male with black hair, brown eyes, and a shaved line on his eyebrow.
- The AMBER Alert was issued on February 25, 2026.
- Jazzlyn Anzora was last seen around 12:00 a.m. on February 24, 2026.
The players
Jazzlyn Anzora
A 12-year-old girl who was abducted from North Austin.
Henry Mejia
An 18-year-old male suspect believed to have abducted Jazzlyn Anzora.
Travis County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that requested the AMBER Alert activation.
Texas Department of Public Safety
The state agency that issued the statewide AMBER Alert.
What’s next
Law enforcement officials continue to search for Jazzlyn Anzora and the suspect, Henry Mejia. The public is urged to report any sightings of the child or the red Ford Mustang vehicle to authorities immediately.
The takeaway
The swift activation of the AMBER Alert system is crucial in cases of suspected child abduction, as it quickly mobilizes the public to assist in locating the missing child. This case highlights the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to ensure the safe return of abducted children.
