Police Urgently Searching for At-risk Missing Teenager, Say 'Do not Approach'

The Buffalo Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating a missing teenager, Aryela Casillas, age 15.

Aryela is described as a Hispanic female, approximately 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing around 178 pounds.

She has black hair, typically styled in a ponytail or "poof", and has brown eyes.

She was possibly last seen wearing a black Mickey Mouse hoodie and blue jeans.

Authorities believe Aryela may be in the vicinity of Timon Street in Buffalo or possibly around Hunter’s Creek Road in Holland, NY.

She may be experiencing mental health challenges and for safety reasons police urge the public "not approach" her if spotted.

Anyone with information on Aryela’s whereabouts is urged to call 911 immediately. She is a risk to herself, and potentially others.

Police Urgently Searching for At-risk Missing Teenager, Say 'Do not Approach'