Crime & Safety

Girl Goes Missing At Boston Marathon; Later Found Safe

Sophia Mendez went missing near the Boston Marathon finish line, prompting Boston police to issue an alert.

Sophia Mendez went missing near the Boston Marathon finish line but was found about 30 minutes later.
Sophia Mendez went missing near the Boston Marathon finish line but was found about 30 minutes later. (Boston police)

BOSTON — A 10-year-old girl who was reported missing near the Boston Marathon finish line was found safe, according to Boston police. Sophia Mendez was reported missing at 12:06 p.m.

Fortunately, she wasn't missing for very long. Boston police said Mendez was found at 12:39 p.m.

No details on why she was lost were immediately made available; foul play was not suspected.

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