NIPOMO — The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office reports that Navada Austin, a 16‑year‑old at‑risk juvenile who was reported missing from her Nipomo residence on July 10, has been located safe and reunited with her family.

Navada was last seen leaving her home around 11:15 a.m. on July 10. At the time, she was described as a white female, 5 feet 9 inches tall, approximately 135 pounds, with green eyes, brown hair, and a light complexion. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, black pants, and carrying a black backpack, and she has a nose ring.

During the investigation, authorities received reports that Navada may have been seen in San Miguel and Santa Maria, possibly traveling with a white male teen, and believed she might have been attempting to travel to Washington state.

Thanks to community efforts and shared information, Navada was safely located and is now home. The Sheriff’s Office extends its gratitude to everyone who assisted in her safe return.