The family of a missing teen reached out to News 5 and is asking for the public's help in locating her.
The family says 14-year-old Trinity Van Tuinen was last seen on August 9, and last reported to be in the area of Nevada and Fillmore.
She is 5 feet tall, weighs about 120 pounds, and has green eyes and brown hair, and she wears glasses; however, it is unknown if she is still wearing them at this time.
The Colorado Springs Police Department confirmed with News 5 that a missing persons report for Trinity has been filed with their office.
Her family says Trinity loves animals and is a talented artist.
Should you have any information about Trinity or her whereabouts you are asked to call the Colorado Springs Police Department at 719-444-7000.
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Massive search effort underway in Colorado for 2 missing hunters
For several days, a search effort has been underway for two missing hunters in southern Colorado. According to the Conejos County Sheriff's office, they responded to the Rio De Los Pinos Trailhead to make contact with two people who were reported overdue while elk hunting on Sept. 13.
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