Jena, May 24, 2026. The Landespolizeiinspektion Jena is asking the public for urgent assistance in the search for a missing teenager. The 13-year-old Gina-Laura Köbbel has been missing since Friday evening after the last contact with her family was lost.
- Who is missing? Gina-Laura Köbbel (13 years old)
- Missing since? Friday, May 22, 2026 (last contact in the early evening)
- Location of disappearance: Jena (Thüringen)
- Information to: Any police station or the emergency number at 110
Urgent Missing Person Search: Last Contact on Friday Evening
Since the early evening of May 22, 2026, there has been no sign of life from the 13-year-old. This was the time of the last personal contact between Gina-Laura and her mother. Since then, the girl’s whereabouts have been completely unknown. Investigators currently have no concrete information regarding possible destinations or sightings. The police are therefore asking the public for assistance.
Description of the Missing Person
The police are asking for vigilance in the Jena urban area and the surrounding region during the search for Gina-Laura Köbbel. The girl is described as follows:
- Age: 13 years
- Clothing: At the time of her disappearance, she was likely wearing blue jeans and white Adidas sneakers.
- Outerwear: She was likely wearing a beige-colored garment.
Any relevant information regarding the whereabouts of Gina-Laura Köbbel will be accepted by the Jena police or any other police station. In the event she is found, the emergency number should be dialed immediately.
🛡️ What to do when sighting a missing minor
If you notice a child or teenager in your daily life who has been reported missing, you should react calmly and quickly:
- Stay calm and maintain contact: Approach the child carefully and friendly to build a basis of trust. Avoid sudden movements to avoid frightening the child.
- Notify the police: Immediately dial the toll-free emergency number 110. Provide the exact location and the current direction of travel.
- Keep the person in sight: If possible, stay within sight of the missing person until the police or emergency services arrive, without putting yourself or the child in danger.
Source:
Polizei-News Jena, 23.05.26: Missing 13-year-old Gina-Laura Köbbel, Jena
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