Leander Police Search for Missing 16-Year-Old Girl

Trinity Pesina disappeared from her home on Monday, and authorities believe she may be with friends who are hiding her location.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 3:52am

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The Leander Police Department is asking the public for help in locating 16-year-old Trinity Pesina, who was reported as a runaway after she disappeared from her home on Monday, April 13. Authorities believe Trinity may still be in the Leander area and that she is being concealed by friends.

Why it matters

Missing children cases are always a serious concern for law enforcement and the community. The police are seeking the public's assistance to locate Trinity and ensure her safe return home.

The details

According to the Leander Police Department, Trinity Pesina was last seen by her parents on Monday, April 13, at around 10 p.m. She was reported as a runaway the following morning. Trinity is described as being about 5-foot-5 and 120 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black tank top and maroon pajama pants, and she typically wears a necklace with a small heart containing a 'T'.

  • Trinity Pesina was last seen by her parents on Monday, April 13, at around 10 p.m.
  • Trinity was reported as a runaway the next morning, on Tuesday, April 14.

The players

Trinity Pesina

A 16-year-old girl who was reported missing and is believed to be in the Leander area with friends who are concealing her location.

Leander Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the disappearance of Trinity Pesina and asking the public for assistance in locating her.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone with information is asked to contact the Leander Police Department at 512-528-2800, option one, and reference case number 26-0834. Tips can also be sent to Detective Young by email at cyoung@leandertx.gov.”

— Leander Police Department

What’s next

The Leander Police Department is actively investigating Trinity Pesina's disappearance and is urging the public to come forward with any information that could help locate her.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of community involvement in missing persons cases, as the police are relying on the public's assistance to find Trinity Pesina and ensure her safe return home.