In the Kirov region, officers from the National Guard and local law enforcement coordinated a large-scale search after a 15-year-old girl disappeared from her home. The investigation began when late that evening she left the residence and did not return, prompting urgent efforts from regional security services and relatives who feared for her safety. In the hours that followed, specialized units mounted a multiagency operation to locate the teenager and bring her home unharmed.
As night grew deeper, patrols intensified their checks across residential areas and public spaces. Investigators shared that surveillance footage and neighborhood canvassing were employed to piece together the teen’s movements, while emergency responders prepared for any possible scenario that could delay or endanger the search. The anxious wait for information mirrored the gravity of the moment, with families and community members hoping for a swift and safe resolution.
Shortly after midnight, a river crossing and canal banks were secured as part of the search strategy. Responders moved along the waterway with flashlights and rescue equipment, listening for any cry or sound that could reveal the missing girl’s location. In a moment that underscored the peril of the cold night, voices near the opposite shore were detected, and rescuers directed renewed efforts toward the area where the signals originated. The National Guard units, along with officers from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, reported that progress was made as they traced a possible route by which the girl might have moved near the water. It was noted that the girl’s distress was evident, and her attempts to attract attention through shouts and cries helped guide the rescue teams toward her position.
According to a statement from officials, the teenager had wandered toward the embankment after leaving her home the previous night. Off the beaten path, she encountered difficult terrain and a frost that intensified as the temperature dropped to severe levels. The sight of a distant lantern in the dark offered a beacon of hope for those coordinating the search, and the girl’s cries drew the attention of responders who otherwise would have relied solely on conventional tracking methods. In the tense moments that followed, responders worked to ensure her safety and to provide immediate warmth and medical attention, given the brutal cold and the risk of hypothermia in such conditions.
Medical teams promptly transported the girl to a nearby hospital for evaluation and care. Hospital staff confirmed that she was stabilized after receiving initial treatment and monitoring, with ongoing assessment to determine whether any lasting effects from exposure might require additional attention. The rapid response and careful handling by rescuers helped mitigate the danger posed by the extreme weather and the unfamiliar terrain she had navigated during her disappearance.
Earlier reports indicated that a 15-year-old student from Verkhnyaya Pyshma had recently left home and later returned after realizing that police were actively searching for her. The incident prompted officials to renew messages about safety for young people and to remind families of the importance of sharing up-to-date information with authorities in circumstances where a child may be at risk. Authorities stressed the need for vigilance and timely communication to prevent similar situations, while expressing gratitude for the teamwork among police, security forces, and local residents who contributed to the successful outcome of this case. The investigation continues to determine the exact sequence of events and to ensure the full well-being of the juvenile who was found in peril during a night marked by severe cold and uncertainty. (Citation: regional security press reports and incident briefings).