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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'The Smoke Alarm Definitely Saved Her Life'
After a fast-moving fire destroyed a home in Manitou Springs and forced evacuations, the fire chief says one thing made all the difference: a working smoke detector. The segment has dramatic viewer video of the flames and the chief's powerful reminder to check your smoke alarms.
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