Utah teen found in Oregon

Authorities in Oregon located a missing teenager on Sunday afternoon. The 17-year-old girl was found in the state after being reported missing in Garden City, Utah, in May 2025.

The girl had been missing for more than 500 days. She was discovered with a 39-year-old man who was taken into custody without incident. The FBI Salt Lake City Field Office provided information to local Oregon police, who brought the minor to safety.

FBI Director Kash Patel issued a statement confirming the recovery. He noted that the agency is grateful she can return home. Patel said the FBI and partners will continue working to hold those responsible accountable.

The FBI Salt Lake City release stated that the Rich County Sheriff's Office in Utah has been investigating the case. The sheriff’s office reposted the FBI update. Patel included a warning in his statement to groups targeting children through gore groups. He said, "To anyone using gore groups to target and exploit children: the FBI and our partners are coming for you."

The statement mentioned that the FBI is using every tool at its disposal to combat nihilistic violent extremism. It also noted the agency's goal to bring offenders to justice and protect America's children. The announcement did not elaborate on the specific warning. ABC News reached out to the FBI Salt Lake City office for more information.