Maria Acedo Yuma, AZ Missing Alert: Authorities Report the Disappearance of 17-Year-Old Cibola High School Pupil

 Officials are requesting the community's help in finding 17-year-old Maria Acedo, who has been declared missing from Yuma, Arizona. The search is ongoing, and a Turquoise Alert is currently in effect.

Maria Acedo, who belongs to the Gila River Indian Community, was reportedly last seen on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, around 4:00 p.m. She was seen leaving Cibola High School on foot and has not returned home. Her family states that Maria lacks a cellphone and currently has no way for others to reach her.

Description of Missing Teen

Name: Maria Acedo

Date of Birth: May 21, 2008

Age: 17

Gender: Female

Height: 5 feet 2 inches

Weight: 256 pounds

Hair Color: Black

Eye Color: Brown

Race: American Indian or Alaska Native

When she was last seen, Maria was dressed in a black sweater, a blue shirt, and white pajama trousers. She had a black backpack with her.

The Yuma Police Department is in charge of the investigation, supported by the Gila River Police Department. Both organizations are urging anyone who may have spotted Maria or has any information about her location to reach out without delay.

Maria Acedo Missing Yuma AZ Turquoise Alert: Find 17-Year-Old Cibola High School Student

Maria Acedo Missing Yuma AZ Turquoise Alert:

How to Provide Information

Yuma Police Department: 928-783-4421

Gila River Police Department: 520-562-4511

Text tips: 911

Anonymous tip line: 520-562-7144

Law enforcement representatives stress the importance of reporting tips directly to the police instead of on social media to prevent misinformation and protect the integrity of the investigation.

Authorities also mention that according to Gila River Indian Community Criminal Code 5.709, interfering with custody, such as knowingly hiding or concealing a minor from their legal guardians, is considered a criminal act.

The cooperation of the community is seen as vital to helping ensure the safe return of Maria Acedo. Anyone who possesses information is recommended to contact law enforcement right away.