DPD Investigating Runaway Juvenile Report

Friday, October 25th, 2024

Update (10/29/24) - Melendy has been found and is safe. Thank you to everyone who contacted us with information.

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The Dalton Police Department is asking for the public's help to locate a missing juvenile. 17-year old Melendy Gomez-Pascual was reported as a runaway on October 22nd. 

A family member told police that they last saw Melendy on October 21st at approximately 7:00 pm. Just before midnight, the family member said they received a text message from Melendy saying that she was leaving home to live with her boyfriend. The family member was unable to provide any information about the boyfriend or where he lives. Melendy was also reported as absent from Dalton High School on October 21st. 

Melendy Gomez-Pascual is a Hispanic female standing approximately 4'10" tall and weighing 112 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. 

Anyone who knows where Melendy can be found is asked to please contact Detective Brian Shirley at 706-278-9085, extension 9-189. 

Caption: A picture of Melendy Gomez-Pascual