15-year-old Ashley from Schwandorf missing – police are asking for information!

15-year-old Ashley from Schwandorf missing – police are asking for information!

15-year-old Ashley Ettinger has been missing in Schwandorf since Monday evening, October 20, 2025. She left a sheltered facility at around 7 p.m. and did not return at 10 p.m. as agreed. This absence not only alerted the carers, but also the police, who were immediately called in. Despite an intensive search, there is currently no information about the whereabouts of the young people.

How oberpfalzecho.de reported that the investigations so far have found no signs of a crime. Ashley is believed to have voluntarily removed herself from the facility and has no intention of returning. According to police information, she may be in the Weiden area or the Schwandorf district.

Personal description and state of health

Ashley is 1.55 meters tall, has long black hair and a slim build. A health problem that the police also report is a major herpes infection in the mouth area, which could be worrying for her relatives. The Schwandorf police station has also asked for information. Anyone who knows anything about her whereabouts can call 09431/43010 or the police emergency number 110, as well mittelbayerische.de reported.

Missing young people are a serious issue and, moreover, recent times have shown that many such missing persons cases tell their sad stories. The Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) states on this topic that minors are considered missing if they have left their circle of life and their whereabouts are unknown. In many cases it is possible to bring the young people back quickly. The police are usually the first point of contact when searching for missing people, especially when there is imminent danger.

Call for help

The situation is tense and hopes of finding Ashley quickly remain. There are thousands of cases in Germany in which young people go missing, and these are often resolved within a few days. Therefore, every piece of information is crucial. The police are calling on all citizens to be vigilant and to report any suspicious observations immediately.

The search for Ashley remains active and news continues to be monitored. Every tip counts, and it's important that the community comes together to potentially help her back. Stay informed and help bring the situation to a happy end.