A 16-year-old girl who went missing from her home in Porangaba, São Paulo, on February 7 has been located safe and is currently in a shelter in Três Marias, Minas Gerais. Her family confirmed the news on February 18, expressing relief at her safe return. The local guardianship council is coordinating her return to her family in Porangaba.

The young girl was reported missing after her grandfather noticed her absence on the morning of February 7. Concerned for her well-being, he contacted other family members to check if she was with them, but none had seen her. Following a thorough search over the weekend, the family eventually reported her disappearance to the Porangaba police station.

Details surrounding her disappearance and subsequent recovery remain sparse as the family chose not to disclose specific information. The case highlights the importance of community vigilance and timely reporting in missing person scenarios, as it ultimately led to the girl's safe return home.