PEARLAND, Texas — Pearland police are urgently asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 7-year-old girl who is autistic and nonverbal. Authorities describe the child as vulnerable due to her age, communication challenges, and special needs, stressing that immediate assistance from the community is critical to ensure her safety.

The girl was last seen near her home in Pearland, prompting officers to launch a rapid and extensive search. Police have warned that, because she is nonverbal, she may not be able to ask for help or communicate if approached by strangers, making public vigilance especially important. Residents in the area are urged to check yards, vehicles, and any nearby structures, and to report any sighting of the child to Pearland Police Department immediately.

Officials have provided a physical description to aid in identification. The child is described as small for her age, with distinctive features and wearing clothing last seen at the time she went missing. Families and neighbors are being asked to share this information widely and remain alert for any signs of the girl in public spaces or on social media.

Pearland Police have also activated local resources, including search teams, K-9 units, and community volunteers, to cover residential areas, parks, and other locations the child might go. Officers emphasize that the community’s assistance is essential to help locate her safely and quickly.

Anyone with information, or who may have seen the girl, is asked to call Pearland Police immediately. Authorities stress that every minute counts when a vulnerable child goes missing, and tips from the public could prove vital in bringing her home safely.