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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Fort Carson Soldier Raises $50K for Cancer Treatment - Gives It All Away to Help Others
Sergeant First Class David Hong battling stage 4 colon cancer raised over $50,000 in three days for experimental treatment, but when Tricare approved coverage, he donated every penny to help other service members and veterans fighting cancer. The Fort Carson religious specialist underwent the innovative histotripsy treatment earlier this month and remains hopeful about the results. His selfless decision shows how one soldier's battle became a mission to help others in their fight against cancer.
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