Missing in Naples: Police Search for 13-Year-Old Anaelizabeth Hernandez

A Naples family and local officers are asking for the community’s help to find 13-year-old Anaelizabeth Hernandez, reported missing after she left her East Naples home on Wednesday evening, September 10. According to Naples Police, Anaelizabeth was last seen leaving a residence on the 100 block of Jasmine Circle sometime between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. and has not been seen since.

Investigators released a detailed description to help the public recognize her. Anaelizabeth has red hair, brown eyes, and freckles on her face. She is about 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs approximately 166 pounds. At the time she was last seen, she was reportedly wearing a gray shirt and denim shorts. These specifics matter; when hours turn into days, accurate, shareable details can be the difference between a lead that fizzles and one that brings a child home.

Naples Police are treating this as an active missing-juvenile case and continue to coordinate tips and neighborhood checks in and around Jasmine Circle, a residential area just east of Airport-Pulling Road. Officers have urged residents to check doorbell cameras, outdoor surveillance systems, and any dashcam footage from Wednesday evening that might show Anaelizabeth walking in the neighborhood or approaching vehicles. Anyone who believes they saw her in the hours after 5 p.m. on September 10—or later—should report the sighting immediately to law enforcement. The department’s non-emergency line is 239-213-3000; call 911 for any real-time or emergent sightings.

For neighbors, businesses, and commuters who frequent the Tamiami Trail–Airport-Pulling corridors, the most effective help is simple: look closely. Scan sidewalks, bus stops, convenience store lots, and parking areas where teens often gather. If you manage a store, review camera footage from early Wednesday evening through the overnight hours. If you drive a rideshare route, think back to pickups near Jasmine Circle or adjacent streets. Even a small timestamp or partial description can help detectives connect dots faster.

Online, sharing verified information matters. Naples Police have distributed Anaelizabeth’s name, physical description, and last-seen location; residents should amplify those facts and avoid speculation that could misdirect attention. When sharing, link back to official postings from Naples Police or reputable local outlets so friends and neighbors see the most up-to-date details.

Parents and guardians across Collier County know how quickly a routine afternoon can change. This case is a reminder to keep recent photos readily available, enable location-sharing where appropriate, and make sure teens know how to contact trusted adults fast. If your family uses neighborhood apps or HOA boards, consider a brief notice that includes Anaelizabeth’s description and the Naples Police number so more eyes are engaged across subdivisions and condo communities.

As this search continues, Naples News Now will track verified updates from Naples Police and regional outlets. If the department releases new details—like changes to clothing description, updated last-known direction of travel, or surveillance images—we’ll update this story promptly so readers have the most actionable information. For now, the ask is clear: be alert, check your footage, and call in any tip that could help bring Anaelizabeth home.