The Arvada and Denver communities are urgently seeking information to help locate 15-year-old Kaylin “Charlie” Kaufman, who has been missing since February 17, 2026. Charlie is a student at AWest High School in Denver, Colorado, and her family is deeply concerned for her safety.
Charlie was last seen leaving AWest High School at approximately 2:30 p.m. on February 17. Later that evening, she was reportedly seen at Union Station in Denver. Authorities have expressed concern that she may currently be in the Arvada area and possibly near her school. There is also a possibility that she is accompanied by another juvenile named Quinn.
Charlie is described as a Caucasian female with blonde hair and blue eyes. She stands approximately 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighs around 100 pounds. At the time she was last seen, she was wearing a black sweatshirt, a white tank top, and red plaid pants. Anyone who recognizes her or has seen someone matching her description in the past few days is urged to contact authorities immediately.
The Arvada Police Department is coordinating the search efforts and emphasizes the urgency of the situation. Family, friends, and community members are pleading for anyone with information to come forward. Even small pieces of information could prove critical in helping ensure Charlie’s safe return.
If you have seen Kaylin “Charlie” Kaufman or have any information regarding her whereabouts, you are asked to call 911 immediately or contact the Arvada Police Department at 303-980-7300. Law enforcement officials stress that timely tips could be the difference in locating her quickly and safely.
Community members are encouraged to share this alert widely across social media platforms, neighborhood groups, and local networks. Each share increases the chances that someone with vital information will see it. Charlie’s family is desperate for help, and the community’s support could play a critical role in bringing her home safely.
Do not scroll past this alert. If you are in Colorado and see someone matching this description, please take immediate action. Together, with the vigilance of the community and the assistance of law enforcement, there is hope that Kaylin “Charlie” Kaufman will be safely reunited with her family. Every lead matters—please share this alert now and remain attentive.