Chicago police are urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Andrea “Drea” Puentes, who has been missing since September 17, 2025. Authorities have classified her as an endangered missing juvenile and are deeply concerned for her safety.
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What Happened
Andrea “Drea” Puentes was last seen on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, around 7 p.m., in the 3500 block of North Oak Park Avenue on Chicago’s Northwest Side. Police believe she may still be in the city and could be staying with friends or relatives who do not have legal custody of her.
Puentes is known to frequent the areas near North Sacramento Avenue and West Grand Avenue in Humboldt Park, as well as Jackson Boulevard and South Keeler Avenue in Garfield Park. Law enforcement officers continue to canvass these neighborhoods in hopes of locating her.
Description of Andrea “Drea” Puentes
Age: 16 years
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Brown
Height: 5 feet 4 inches
Weight: 110 pounds
Last Seen: September 17, 2025, around 7 p.m.
Authorities have not revealed what Andrea was last wearing but have emphasized the urgency of finding her quickly, citing possible concerns for her wellbeing.
How You Can Help
Anyone with information about Andrea “Drea” Puentes’s whereabouts is urged to contact Chicago Police Department Area Five Detectives at 312-746-6555 or dial 911 immediately.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through CPDTIP.com, which allows community members to share information confidentially.
Conclusion
The search for Andrea “Drea” Puentes has been ongoing for nearly a month, and police stress that every lead and every share matters. Please spread this alert widely and remain alert in your community.
If you see someone matching Andrea’s description or know where she might be, take action—your call could bring her home safely.