Utah Teen Found Safe in Oregon After 500 Days
A 17-year-old missing from Utah was located in Oregon, ending a multi-state search.
The Brief
- Kylie Arellano was last seen in Utah on May 29, 2025.
- She was found in Oregon with a 39-year-old man, who was arrested.
- Federal and local agencies collaborated in the search.
Kylie Arellano, 17, was located in Oregon after a search that spanned more than 500 days. Law enforcement confirmed her safe recovery on Sunday.
Authorities stated that she was found with a 39-year-old man in Oregon, who was taken into custody without incident. The FBI and local agencies worked together to locate her.
The FBI's Salt Lake City field office has been involved in the investigation for more than a year, following leads from across the U.S. and internationally.
Federal authorities acknowledged the assistance of Oregon State Police, the FBI's Portland field office, and the Utah Department of Public Safety in the operation.
Kylie's grandmother expressed gratitude for the efforts of the agencies, thanking them for bringing her home. The suspect allegedly met Kylie on Snapchat before her disappearance.
Investigations included reviewing text messages and examining discrepancies in the home where she was last seen. Her mother, Stephanie Coleman, denied any involvement in her disappearance.
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