LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is requesting public assistance to locate 17-year-old Leticia Garcia, who was reported missing early Tuesday morning.
Garcia was last seen at approximately 1:22 a.m. on Feb. 17, 2026, leaving her residence in the Clermont area.
According to investigators, Garcia willingly entered a black Toyota Camry with Florida license plate 36FCBC.
The vehicle made several U-turns on State Road 50 before traveling east toward Orlando.
Authorities believe Garcia may be trying to reach a friend named Desi who resides in the Orlando area, though her exact destination is unknown.
Garcia is described as a Hispanic female with brown hair and brown eyes.
She stands five feet two inches tall and weighs approximately 110 pounds.
At the time she was last seen, Garcia was wearing a black hoodie and black sweatpants.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Garcia is asked to contact Lake County Sheriff’s Office Detective Norcross at 352-343-9500.
Tips can also be emailed to Tips@lcso.org or provided anonymously through CRIMELINE at one-800-423-8477.
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