In the community of College Station, Texas, a sense of concern arose for the well-being of 15-year-old Hannah Joan Vandiver. On December 3, 2022, the teenage girl vanished, last seen in the 700 block of Scott and White Drive. At the time of her disappearance, Hannah was described as a Hispanic female, standing five feet tall and weighing 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
The circumstances of her disappearance were alarming, prompting an immediate response from law enforcement and the community.
As the search for Hannah intensified, authorities grew increasingly worried for her safety. The College Station Police Department led the investigation, expressing the belief that she was in danger of death or serious bodily injury. Concerns were raised that she might be in the company of individuals who could expose her to harm, and it was thought she may have left the College Station area and could be anywhere in Texas. An AMBER Alert was issued in the Brazos Valley to help gather information. It was also noted that Hannah might be using the alias Alize Delgado. Her case was shared more widely when the Odessa Police Department alerted the public that she had ties to West Texas.
Appeals were made to the public for any information that could lead to her whereabouts, with contact information for the College Station Police Department and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children being widely circulated. For a period, her case remained unresolved, causing continued distress for her loved ones and community. Eventually, the investigating agency reported that Hannah had been found alive. Specific details regarding the date and circumstances of her recovery have not been widely publicized. The case began with the sudden and worrisome disappearance of a young girl, leading to a multi-agency effort and public appeals for her safe return, and concluded with the welcome news that she was no longer missing.Last Seen: Dec 3, 2022