Authorities and family members are urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Ava Aldora Joi Long, who was reported missing after vanishing from Virginia Beach, Virginia, on April 15, 2026.
According to reports shared with law enforcement and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), Ava was last seen on the day she disappeared wearing a cream and brown plaid shirt layered over a white top, blue cutoff shorts, and Vans sneakers. She had her hair styled in cornrows at the time she was last seen.
Family members describe the situation as deeply distressing, noting that Ava’s sudden disappearance has left them desperate for any information that could help bring her home safely. Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding her disappearance but continue to actively investigate leads.
The Virginia Beach Police Department is asking anyone who may have seen Ava or who may have information about her whereabouts to come forward immediately. Even the smallest detail could prove critical in assisting investigators and helping reunite her with her family.
Community members are also being encouraged to share her description responsibly to increase awareness and widen the search effort.
If you have any information regarding Ava Aldora Joi Long, please contact the Virginia Beach Police Department at 757-385-5000 and reference NCMEC case number VA261518.
As the search continues, loved ones remain hopeful that increased public awareness will lead to answers and, ultimately, Ava’s safe return.