Gila River Police Department-Missing Persons

06/04/2026

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 16 year old Orlanzo Hugo who was last seen on 05/25/2026 at approximately 1:50pm along Seed Farm Road in Sacaton, AZ.

He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants, and mostl likely had on his gray NIKE shoes.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

06/01/2026

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 42 year old Christopher Jones who was last seen on 05/25/2026 at approximately 8:50pm at his home in Sacaton Flats, AZ.

He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, light gray shorts, and Adidas slides. He has a tattoo of lighting bolts on left side of his face, a bear claw on right shoulder.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

06/01/2026

The Gila River Police Department is actively working in coordination with the Maricopa Police Department to locate Gila River Indian Community member Xavier Dozel.

Anyone with information regarding Xavier's whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511 or the Maricopa Police Department at (520) 568-3673.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

The Maricopa Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing juvenile. 14-year-old Xavier Dozal was last seen leaving his group home in the City of Maricopa with another resident. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the MPD non-emergency line at 520-568-3673.

06/01/2026

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 15 year old Kylie Harvier who was last seen on 05/27/2026 at approximately 8:50pm at her home in Sacaton, AZ.

She was wearing gray sweats, black shirt, white socks, brown sandals, and a gold cross. She also has a burn scar on right forearm, small scar on her right shin, and a mole on the right of her neck.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

05/26/2026

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 15 year old Andrew Lewis, a member of the Gila River Police Department. He was last seen on 05/21/26 at approximatley 8:45pm at this home in Laveen, AZ.

It is unknown what Andrew was last seen wearing.

No photo was submitted at the time of this report.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

05/26/2026

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 15 year old Jonah Warrington who was last seen on 05/25/2026 before going to bed at this place of residence in Sacaton, AZ.

There was no clothing description or time he was last seen.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

05/26/2026

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 15 year old Aaron Apkaw who was last seen on 05/25/2026 before going to bed at this place of residence in Sacaton, AZ.

There was no clothing description or time he was last seen.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

05/26/2026

** UPDATE ON 05/27/26 - Abel Ochoa has been located.

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 17 year old Abel Ochoa who was last seen on 05/25/2026 at the District 4 Service Center. He was last seen on security footage getting into a blue/gray Honda or Toyota Sedan.

He was last seen wearing a black shirt and black pants. He has a cross tattoo on his left index finger, and has a scar/brand “8” on right hand.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

05/13/2026

** UPDATE ON 05/28/26 - MADISON SHELDE HAS BEEN LOCATED **

The Gila River Police Department needs your help to locate 15 year old Madison Shelde, a member of the Gila River Police Department. She was last seen on 05/13/2026 around noon at her residence in Laveen, AZ.

Madison was last seen wearing a gray spiderman hoodie, black shirt, and blue pants.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.

05/12/2026

The Gila River Police Department is working with the Pinal County Sheriffs Office to locate 17 year-old Neva Jackson, a member of the Gila River Indian Community.

Neva was last seen in Florence, Arizona. She was wearing a black hoodie and black jogger pants.

If you recognize this individual and have information regarding their whereabouts or any details that may lead to their safe return, please contact the Gila River Police Department at (520) 562-4511. You may also text information to 911. To remain anonymous, call our tip line at (520) 562-7144.

Please do not share tips on social media—contact the Gila River Police Department directly. We thank the community for your continued vigilance and assistance in locating individuals.

*Gila River Indian Community, Criminal Code 5.709 - Interference with Custody. A person commits the offense of interference with custody if, with knowledge that he has no privilege or right to do so, he takes, entices, keeps from lawful custody, or harbors a minor child from the lawful custody of a parent, guardian or custodian, or incompetent entrusted by authority of law to the custody of another person or institution.