The search intensifies for 13-year-old Raine Gonzales, who went missing from her home in Brawley, California, on December 10. In a recent update, the FBI in San Diego announced a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to Raine's whereabouts. The public is urged to come forward with any details that could assist in the recovery of the teenager. According to a post by the bureau, information can be reported to FBI San Diego at 858-320-1800 or to the national hotline at 1-800-CALL-FBI.

UPDATE: The FBI is offering up to a $10k #reward for anyone with info about the whereabouts of 13-year-old Raine Gonzales. Gonzales has been missing from Brawley, CA since Dec. 10. Anyone with info should contact FBI San Diego at 858-320-1800 or 1-800-CALL-FBI. pic.twitter.com/bnKHBXfMDT

— FBI San Diego (@FBISanDiego) December 17, 2023

 

Further details on the case have been brought to light by local publication Hoodline, which reported Raine was last seen with Lorenzo "Carlos" Guerrero, a Hispanic male in his 40s. The two were reportedly seen in a silver Mercedes-Benz C230 with California license plate 5ZFS158. Herrera's distinctive white Braves jersey with the number 44 is a key detail that might help to quickly identify him. The importance of the public's vigilance in this case cannot be understated, and anyone who has seen the vehicle or has knowledge about its location is strongly encouraged to step forward.

As the Brawley community remains on edge, the FBI and Brawley Police Department are joining forces to amplify the search efforts. Raine Gonzales was described as wearing light blue jeans and a black t-shirt at the time of her disappearance. Guerrero was noted for his black Braves jersey and dark blue jeans—details shared with the public in hopes that someone would recognize them and provide crucial leads. The full description and images have been widely circulated across news channels and social media.

The combined efforts of law enforcement agencies and the Brawley community serve as a testament to the gravity of the situation at hand. Authorities have reiterated the serious nature of Raine's disappearance and the critical role the public can play in these scenarios. It is imperative that anyone with any information, no matter how small, contact the Brawley Police Department at 760-344-2111 or the FBI in San Diego to aid in the safe return of Raine Gonzales. For more detailed information, a reference can be made to the original Hoodline article.