19 Teen Girls Were Reported Missing in February in Texas

(Tyler, Texas) - I have not had the opportunity and privilege to become a parent. For whatever reason it hasn't been in the cards for me in my 48 years. I have a wonderful step-daughter, though, that I have known since I met my now wife six years ago.

What I can say is that my sister has given me a great nephew and a precious niece. I have loved both of them since they arrived on this Earth. I would be devastated if either went missing. There are 19 families in Texas right now that are feeling that same devastation since their teen girl went missing last month.

A Tyler Teen Has Been Missing Since December of 2025

Before we get into the teens who went missing last month, we need to report again about a Tyler teen girl who has been missing since December of last year, 16-year-old Alexis Lynn Mars. There are not a lot of details online into why she went missing. That doesn't matter because Alexis' family wants their child home. If you have any information into her whereabouts, or see her, call Tyler Police at 903-531-1000.

Alexis Lynn Mars, 16 - National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

It was also reported last month that 16-year-old Autumn Marie Ledlow, who has been missing from Houston since 2024 (missingkids.org), may have been spotted somewhere between Marshall and Longview.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

If you live in that area and do see her, please call either the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office at 903-923-4000 or the Harris County Sheriff’s Office at 713-221-6000. Do not try to "rescue" Autumn if you do see her. We don't know if she could be in danger or if you could put yourself in harms way.

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19 Texas Families Reported Their Teen Girls Missing in February

As of this writing (March 3, 2026), 19 teen girls went missing in Texas in January (missingkids.org). These teens are of all ethnicities, from various Texas cities and different socioeconomic backgrounds.

Law enforcement has not given any details into why these kids are missing but that doesn't matter. The only thing these families want is to have their teen back home. It doesn't matter if the child ran away, was kidnapped, not returned after visiting with the other parent or whatever other reason, these kids need to be found.

The smallest detail could be the information needed to locate a missing child. Never be afraid to speak up.

You should never assume the circumstance around any child's disappearance. Just know that you can help find any of these 19 teen girls who went missing in Texas in Feburary by contacting the listed law enforcement agency or calling 800-843-5678 (800-THE-LOST). No matter how small the detail may be, contact authorities and let them know.