Toronto police are intensifying the search for Esther, a 14-year-old girl who went missing in North York. She was last seen on Friday at Earl Bales Park, around 11:30 p.m. Authorities set up a command post in the vicinity to coordinate search efforts.
Details of Esther’s Disappearance
Esther was reportedly heading in a northeasterly direction from the park. She is described as five-foot-two with a medium build and brown hair. On the night she disappeared, she wore loose grey sweatpants and a green long-sleeve top. It is unclear whether she was wearing shoes at the time, according to Duty Insp. Scott Bradbury.
Search Efforts Underway
Police have deployed additional resources, including a marine search unit and drones equipped with heat signature technology. Ground teams have been actively searching the area since Esther’s disappearance.
- Location of disappearance: Earl Bales Park
- Last seen: May 15, around 11:30 p.m.
- Height: 5’2″
- Clothing: Grey sweatpants, green long-sleeve top
Duty Insp. Bradbury emphasized the collaboration of community members in the search. He called on residents and local businesses to check surveillance footage for any signs of Esther. “We urge anyone who may have seen her to contact police immediately,” he added.
Community Involvement
Community members have been encouraged to be vigilant and look for anyone fitting Esther’s description. Bradbury stressed the importance of reporting sightings to the police while keeping her in view.
Authorities remain on high alert in the areas surrounding Earl Bales Park, known for its extensive trails and wooded sections that families frequent.
Contact Information
If you have any information regarding Esther’s whereabouts, please reach out to Toronto police at:
- Emergency: 911
- Non-emergency: 416-808-2222
- Crime Stoppers (anonymously): 416-808-3200
The safety of Esther is a priority, and authorities are working diligently to locate her and reunite her with her family. Community support is vital in these critical moments.
