Missing roanoke county teen last seen friday as police ask public for help

Missing Roanoke County Teen Last Seen Friday as Police Ask Public for Help

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. — Police are asking for the public’s help locating a 16-year-old girl who disappeared Friday morning in Roanoke County. Investigators are searching for Lillian Alexis Vilagi, who was last seen on the morning of May 29, according to the Roanoke County Police Department.

Authorities released Vilagi’s description Saturday as the search continues and urged anyone with information about her whereabouts to come forward.

Search Underway for Missing Juvenile

Lillian Alexis Vilagi is described as 16 years old, standing 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing approximately 145 pounds. Police said she has hazel eyes and brown-and-purple hair.

She also has nose and ear piercings, details investigators hope may help members of the public identify her.

The Roanoke County Police Department did not release additional information about where she was last seen or the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.

Public Asked to Report Information

Police are encouraging anyone who may have seen Vilagi or knows where she may be to contact investigators immediately.

The department said tips can be reported directly to Roanoke County Police at (540) 562-3265 or to any local law enforcement agency.


Key Points

• Roanoke County Police are searching for 16-year-old Lillian Alexis Vilagi.
• She was last seen Friday morning, May 29, 2026.
• Police ask anyone with information to call (540) 562-3265.


Missing juvenile cases often rely heavily on community awareness, particularly during the first days after a disappearance is reported. Police have not indicated whether foul play is suspected and have not announced any additional search efforts.

The release of Vilagi’s physical description marks the latest step in efforts to locate her and gather information from the public.

Anyone with information about Lillian Alexis Vilagi’s location is urged to contact the Roanoke County Police Department or local law enforcement. As of Saturday, authorities continue to search for the missing teenager.

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